A home remedy that can cause serious fluid and electrolyte imbalance is
a. Tea and honey
b. Warm milk
c. Sodium bicarbonate
d. Garlic
C
Sodium bicarbonate is often used as an antacid by older adults. The high sodium content can cause severe fluid retention and cardiac overload. Responses A, B, and D all are home remedies with no documented serious side effects if the older adult is not allergic to the foods.
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