A Patient Is Given a Drug That Prevents Insertion of Aquaporin

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is given a drug that prevents insertion of aquaporin channels in the apical membranes of the renal collecting ducts. Which disorder is most likely being treated with this drug?

• A) hyperkalemia
• B) hypercalcemia
• C) hypernatremia
• D) hypokalemia
• E) hyponatremia

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