Maris has a metabolic condition that upsets her body's hydration status. Her cells have difficulty removing excess ions from intracellular fluid. As a result of this condition,
A. she develops type 1 diabetes.
B. excess calcium and magnesium ions enter her bloodstream.
C. her cells die from a lack of intracellular fluid.
D. extracellular fluid moves into her cells, causing them to swell.
Answer: D
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