Which of the Following Will Likely Occur in a Human

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will likely occur in a human who has no access to fresh water but is forced to drink seawater instead?

• A) production of excessive antidiuretic hormone to remove more water but hold back salts
• B) passive excretion of excess water in feces in order to remove the high concentration of ingested salt
• C) release of atrial natriuretic peptide to decrease blood pressure
• D) development of a risk of becoming overhydrated within twelve hours

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