Maris has a metabolic condition that upsets her body's hydration status. Her body has difficulty removing excess sodium ions from intracellular fluid. As a result of this condition, ________.
A. excess calcium and magnesium ions enter her bloodstream by osmosis
B. extracellular fluid moves into her cells, causing them to swell
C. her cells die from a lack of intracellular fluid
D. she develops ketosis
Answer: B
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