Which Hormone Decreases Cardiac Output by Decreasing Blood Volume and Preload

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which hormone decreases cardiac output by decreasing blood volume and preload?

• A)atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP)
• B)antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
• C)norepinephrine
• D)aldosterone

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