Questions: Complications that can occur with vomiting include dehydration and:
- Hypertension
- Stroke
- MI
- Electrolyte imbalance
Transcript text: Complications that can occur with vomiting include dehydration and:
- Hypertension
- Stroke
- MI
- Electrolyte imbalance
Solution
The answer is the fourth one: electrolyte imbalance.
Explanation for each option:
Hypertension: This is not a common complication directly associated with vomiting. Hypertension refers to high blood pressure, which is not typically caused by vomiting.
Stroke: While severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalances can potentially lead to serious conditions, a stroke is not a direct complication of vomiting.
MI (Myocardial Infarction): A heart attack is not a direct complication of vomiting. However, severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalances can stress the cardiovascular system, but they do not directly cause an MI.
Electrolyte imbalance: This is a common complication of vomiting. Vomiting can lead to the loss of essential electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and chloride, which can disrupt the body's normal functions.
Summary:
Vomiting can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, making the fourth option the correct answer.