Which of the following statements are true of fluid volume and hormones? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)
A)Increased secretion of ADH will help prevent the loss of body fluid.
B)Aldosterone increases the excretion of sodium ions and the retention of potassium ions and water.
C)ANP increases the retention of sodium ions and has no effect on potassium ions.
D)Dehydration (any form or cause) will stimulate secretion of ADH.
E)An increase in BP stimulates secretion of aldosterone by way of the renin-angiotensin mechanism.
F)The kidneys are target organs of ADH, ANP, and aldosterone.

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Increased ADH prevents fluid loss by promoting water reabsorption in kidneys. Dehydration stimulates ADH to conserve water. The kidneys respond to ADH, ANP, and aldosterone to regulate fluid balance.

Which of the Following Statements Are True of Fluid Volume