Kyle's Father Loves to Add Salt to His Food, but Given

question 64

Multiple Choice

 Kyle's father loves to add salt to his food, but given the family's history of high blood pressure and stroke, he is trying to avoid this practice. Why is eating less salt important in controlling blood pressure?

• A) Excess salt damages the kidneys, resulting in a buildup of fluids leading to high blood pressure.
• B) The kidneys get accustomed to higher levels of salt, interfering with their ability to monitor fluid levels properly.
• C) High levels of salt in the blood cause water to leave the cells, and the higher blood volume increases blood pressure.
• D) Higher levels of salt intake stimulate overdrinking and the resulting higher blood volume leads to high blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Small Intestine

A long, coiled section of the intestinal tract where most digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.

Circular Folds

Series of folds on the inner surface of the intestine that increase its surface area for absorption.

Microvilli

Tiny hair-like structures on the surface of some cells that increase surface area for absorption or secretion.

Rugae

The folds or ridges found on the internal surface of the stomach, which allow it to expand as needed.