Compensation mechanisms for decreased cardiac output in cases of congestive heart failure include:
A) slow cardiac contractions.
B) increased renin and aldosterone secretions.
C) decreased erythropoietin secretion.
D) fatigue and cold intolerance.

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Increased renin and aldosterone secretions are compensatory mechanisms that help to increase blood volume and blood pressure, thereby attempting to improve cardiac output in congestive heart failure.

Compensation Mechanisms for Decreased Cardiac Output in Cases of Congestive