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Which mechanism is responsible for the long-term control of blood pressure by altering blood volume?
Which mechanism is responsible for the long-term control of blood pressure by altering blood volume?
- Stimulation of cardiac β1 receptors increasing heart rate and force of contraction
- Baroreceptors and the sympathetic nervous system
- Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (correct)
- Stimulation of α1 receptors causing vasoconstriction
Which component of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system stimulates aldosterone secretion by the adrenal glands?
Which component of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system stimulates aldosterone secretion by the adrenal glands?
- Angiotensin I
- Angiotensinogen
- Renin
- Angiotensin II (correct)
What is the primary effect of stimulating α1 receptors in the context of blood pressure regulation?
What is the primary effect of stimulating α1 receptors in the context of blood pressure regulation?
- Vasoconstriction (correct)
- Increasing heart rate and force of contraction
- Stimulating aldosterone secretion
- Promoting rapid vasoconstriction
Which adverse effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) is rare but potentially fatal?
Which adverse effect of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) is rare but potentially fatal?
Which of the following ACEIs does not require dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment?
Which of the following ACEIs does not require dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment?
In which condition is Lisinopril preferred over other ACEIs?
In which condition is Lisinopril preferred over other ACEIs?
What is a compelling indication for the first-line treatment of hypertension with ACEIs?
What is a compelling indication for the first-line treatment of hypertension with ACEIs?
What is the role of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the Renin-Angiotensin–Aldosterone System?
What is the role of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the Renin-Angiotensin–Aldosterone System?
How do Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists work in the context of the Renin-Angiotensin–Aldosterone System?
How do Angiotensin Receptor Antagonists work in the context of the Renin-Angiotensin–Aldosterone System?
What is the impact of decreased arterial pressure or volume depletion on the Renin-Angiotensin–Aldosterone System?
What is the impact of decreased arterial pressure or volume depletion on the Renin-Angiotensin–Aldosterone System?
