When Is the Thirst Mechanism NOT Invoked

question 240

Multiple Choice

When is the thirst mechanism NOT invoked?

• A) when the plasma osmolarity increases
• B) when the plasma osmolarity decreases
• C) when hypothalamic osmoreceptors are activated

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Definitions:

Unconscious Thoughts

Mental processes occurring without conscious awareness, influencing behaviors, decisions, and emotions in hidden ways.

Objective Criteria

Standards or benchmarks that are not influenced by personal feelings or opinions and can be measured or evaluated by others independently.

Interjudge Agreement

Interjudge agreement refers to the level of consistency among different judges or observers in their assessments or ratings of a specific phenomenon.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously replaces an undesirable or anxiety-inducing emotion or desire with its exact opposite.