Receptors sensitive to changes in the osmolality of extracellular fluid are the

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Question 1 of 5

Receptors sensitive to changes in the osmolality of extracellular fluid are the

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Osmoreceptors in the hypothalamus detect changes in extracellular fluid osmolality.

Question 2 of 5

Chloride ions

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Chloride, an anion, is lost in vomiting due to gastric HCl secretion.

Question 3 of 5

Hyperkalemia is defined as

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Hyperkalemia is an elevated plasma potassium level.

Question 4 of 5

Adequate calcium absorption from the GI tract depends on

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Vitamin D enhances intestinal calcium absorption.

Question 5 of 5

The sensation of thirst results from

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Osmoreceptors detect high osmolality, triggering thirst.

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