When people have health issues associated with their kidneys doctors may prescribe diuretic drugs. Why would someone with high blood pressure be prescribed these drugs?

A. Diuretic drugs decrease urine flow and the kidney does not have to work as hard.
B. Diuretic drugs increase urine flow and salt loss and salt was bad for the heart.
C. Diuretic drugs decrease urine flow and the more fluid and watery blood is easier to pump.
D. Diuretic drugs increase urine flow and the loss of nitrogenous wastes helps the heart.
E. Diuretic drugs increase urine flow and decrease the blood volume that must be pumped.


Answer: E

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