Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, 7th Edition

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ISBN 10: 0073403717
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-371-7

Chapter 24 - Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance - Study Guide - True or False - Page 945: 2

Answer

False

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Even though aldosterone promotes sodium and water retention, it does not greatly affect blood pressure. The increase in blood volume causes an increase in the glomerular filtration rate which results in only a small decrease in urine output and no great effect on blood pressure.
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