Which of the Following Events Would Cause a Decrease in Mean

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following events would cause a decrease in mean arterial blood pressure?

• A) An increase in ADH production
• B) Release of atrial natriuretic factor
• C) Constriction of blood vessels in the skin
• D) Activation of the renin-angiotensin mechanism
• E) An increase in aldosterone production

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