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Natalie Gillis
on Oct 17, 2024
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A decrease in plasma osmolality would increase ________.
A) ADH production
B) plasma Na+ levels
C) renin production
D) urine production
E) thirst
Plasma Osmolality
A measure of the concentration of solutes in blood plasma, important for maintaining proper fluid balance and osmotic pressure in the body.
ADH Production
The process by which the posterior pituitary gland secretes antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which helps control the balance of water in the body by affecting the kidneys.
Na+
Sodium ions, essential electrolytes in bodily fluids that play key roles in nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.
- Become acquainted with the physiological changes and adaptations brought about by fluctuations in hydration and electrolyte levels.
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Learning Objectives
- Become acquainted with the physiological changes and adaptations brought about by fluctuations in hydration and electrolyte levels.