How Is Sodium a Contributory Factor in Hypertension

question 39

Multiple Choice

How is sodium a contributory factor in hypertension?

• A)It causes fluids to move too quickly to the kidneys, which puts extra pressure on the blood vessels. 
• B)It acts as a diuretic and causes a loss of body fluids. 
• C)An increased intake of sodium causes fluid shifts in the body, which puts extra pressure on the blood vessels. 
• D)An increase of sodium dilates blood vessels.

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