A Patient Is Treated with a Drug That Increases Expression

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is treated with a drug that increases expression of genes encoding sodium channels and the sodium-potassium ATPase. Which effect will result from this action?

• A) increased free water clearance
• B) increased sodium excretion
• C) increased potassium excretion
• D) increased calcium excretion
• E) increased aldosterone secretion

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Definitions:

Palliative Care

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Hospice Care

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