- 10% loss of body water can cause serious problems - 20% loss of body water can cause circulatory failure and death - blood volume and nutrient absorption reduced - kidney function upset - treatment may involve intravenous (IV) fluids
- 10% loss of body water can cause serious problems- 20% loss of body water can cause circulatory failure and death- blood volume and nutrient absorption reduced- kidney function upset- treatment may involve intravenous (IV) fluids