Urine Output Usually Decreases When a Person Is in Shock

question 32

Multiple Choice

Urine output usually decreases when a person is in shock. This is the result of

• A) decreased ADH secretion.
• B) increased renin secretion.
• C) increased secretion of atrial natriuretic factor.
• D) decreased vasoconstriction due to the stress relaxation response.
• E) decreased aldosterone secretion.

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Definitions:

Brain Injury

Physical damage to the brain, which can result from trauma, illness, or other medical conditions, affecting brain functions.

Brainstem

The brainstem is the part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and controls vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Frontal Lobe

The part of the brain located at the front of each cerebral hemisphere, responsible for decision making, problem solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.

Peripheral Nerves

Peripheral nerves are the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord that transmit sensory and motor information to and from the rest of the body.