mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #302

A patient with a severe case of diarrhea has a significant loss of water and electrolytes. Which of the following best describes the body's response to this loss?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #302

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient with a severe case of diarrhea has a significant loss of water and electrolytes. Which of the following best describes the body's response to this loss?

    • A) Increased water reabsorption in the kidneys
    • B) Increased sodium reabsorption in the intestines
    • C) Increased water and electrolyte secretion in the urine
    • D) Increased vasopressin release to conserve water

    Answer: Increased water reabsorption in the kidneys

    Explanation: Increased water reabsorption in the kidneys is the body's response to conserve water and electrolytes.