Sodium depletion differs from sodium retention in that it causes a reduction in
A. Central venous pressure.
B. Renin production.
C. The specific gravity of the blood.
D. Intracellular fluid volume.
E. Total body mass.
Isha@2663 Answered question August 16, 2024
A. Central venous pressure.
Sodium depletion typically causes a reduction in central venous pressure (CVP) because it leads to decreased blood volume and lower venous return to the heart. Sodium retention, on the other hand, usually increases blood volume and CVP.
Isha@2663 Answered question August 16, 2024