A person who uses the drug Ecstasy at a crowded party begins to feel too hot and immediately drinks lots of fluids. This person is at risk for:

A) hyperthermia and possible water intoxication.
B) hyperthermia and hypernatremia (excess sodium) .
C) dehydration as a result of excessive sweating.
D) dehydration due to excess sodium and potassium levels.

Hyperthermia

A medical condition characterized by an abnormally high body temperature that exceeds the body’s capability to dissipate heat.

Water Intoxication

A potentially fatal disturbance in brain functions that results when the normal balance of electrolytes in the body is pushed outside of safe limits by excessive water intake.

Hypernatremia

A condition characterized by an abnormally high level of sodium in the blood, potentially indicating dehydration or other medical conditions affecting the body’s water balance.