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ADH
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from hypothalmus
responds to serum osmolarity alters renal tubules permeability to water |
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Aldosterone
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conserves Na+
released whrn hypovolemia causes inotropic myocardial contractions |
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Sodium and potassium balance
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must fix na before k can be fixed
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inhibition of ADH
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causes dilute urine to be formed
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4 physiological processes in which electrolytes are essential
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-Promotion of neuromuscular function
-maintenance of body fluid osmolarity -regulation of acid base balance -distribution of body fluids and electrolyes between fluid compartments |
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Na is the major cation in ____________.
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Extracellular fluid
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Decreased loss of Na+ can be caused by
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-RF
-Inadequate kidney perfusion -increased aldosterone production -adrenal corticosteroids in large doses |
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Na retention causes
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Intense thirst, oliguria, incr. serum Na, urine specific gravity 1.030
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