Which of the following statements is true of hyponatremia?

A) It occurs as a result of selenium deficiency and often leads to serious heart problems.
B) It is a condition characterized by low blood potassium concentration.
C) It is prevalent in people with eating disorders that involve vomiting.
D) It develops when the concentration of blood sodium falls below a healthy range.


D

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