Which of the Following Situations Would Be Expected to Cause

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations would be expected to cause an increase in ADH secretion by the posterior pituitary gland?

• A)A 5% decrease in arterial blood pressure
• B)A 5% increase in arterial blood pressure
• C)A 1% decrease in plasma osmolality
• D)A 1% increase in plasma osmolality

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AIDS

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a life-threatening condition caused by the HIV virus, leading to a severe decline in the immune system.