ATI RN
Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
When venous return is increased, stretch receptors in the atria of the heart are activated. This results in
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased venous return signals adequate volume, inhibiting vasopressin to reduce water retention.
Question 2 of 5
Atrial natriuretic peptide
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ANP increases glomerular filtration rate and inhibits renin to reduce blood volume and pressure.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following concerning the hormone atrial natriuretic peptide is FALSE?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ANP inhibits, rather than increases, aldosterone secretion to promote sodium loss.
Question 4 of 5
Symptoms of low plasma pH may include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low plasma pH (acidosis) causes CNS depression and confusion due to altered neural function.
Question 5 of 5
A person who suffers from emphysema will exhibit signs of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emphysema impairs CO2 excretion, causing respiratory acidosis.