Which of the Following Is NOT a Disorder of Water

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a disorder of water balance?

• A) hypotonic hydration, in which sodium content is normal but water content is high
• B) excessive hydration due to excess atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) secretion
• C) edema or tissue swelling, which is usually due to an increased capillary hydrostatic pressure
• D) excess water in interstitial spaces due to a low level of plasma proteins

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