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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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A doctor was caring for a male patient with high blood pressure. This patient was prescribed a medication by his physician, to lower blood pressure. The medicine increased sodium ion excretion into the urine. The mechanism of action for this drug interfered with production of:_________. Group of answer choices ANP ADH angiotensin II

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Step 1: Understanding blood pressure

The amount of force your heart needs to pump blood throughout your body is measured by your blood pressure.

Exactly how is blood pressure determined?
Blood pressure is expressed as two values and is expressed in millimeters of mercury (mmHg):

Systolic pressure is the force exerted by the heart when it pumps blood out.
Diastolic pressure is the pressure that exists between beats of the heart.
For instance, if your blood pressure is "140 over 90" or 140/90mmHg, it indicates that your systolic and diastolic pressures are each 140mmHg.

The recommended range for blood pressure is 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg.
Low blood pressure is defined as less than 90/60mmHg and high blood pressure as 140/90mmHg or more.

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