A nurse is evaluating the direct end effect of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.Which principle should the nurse remember?
A) Angiotensin II causes systemic vasoconstriction.
B) Renin promotes the excretion of sodium and water in the renal tubules.
C) Aldosterone increases renal retention of water only.
D) Angiotensin I promotes sodium and water reabsorption by the kidneys.

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Angiotensin II is a potent vasoconstrictor.
Renin promotes the retention of sodium and water.
Aldosterone increases retention of water and sodium.
Angiotensin I does not have an effect on the kidneys.

A Nurse Is Evaluating the Direct End Effect of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone