After completing a 10K run, Bonita notices that her urine is brown and similar to the color of cola. What does this indicate about Bonita’s hydration status?
A. She is well hydrated.
B. She may be inadequately hydrated and needs to replace fluids.
C. She is suffering from severe dehydration and needs treatment immediately.
D. The color of urine is not a reliable indicator of hydration status.
Answer:C
After completing a 10K run, Bonita notices that her urine is brown and similar to the color of cola. What does this indicate about Bonita’s hydration status?
A. She is well hydrated. B. She may be inadequately hydrated and needs to replace fluids. C. She is suffering from severe dehydration and needs treatment immediately. D. The color of urine is not a reliable indicator of hydration status.