ATI RN
Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A person who suffers from emphysema will exhibit signs of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emphysema impairs CO2 excretion, causing respiratory acidosis.
Question 3 of 5
When the pH rises above 7.42, a state of exists.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pH above 7.42 indicates alkalosis, an abnormally high pH.
Question 4 of 5
AQP2 water pores are added to the cell membrane by and withdrawn by in a process known as
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: AQP2 pores are inserted via exocytosis and removed via endocytosis in membrane recycling.
Question 5 of 5
A rise in angiotensin II levels would result in increased
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Angiotensin II increases blood pressure, sodium retention, and water retention via multiple mechanisms.