The most recent blood work of a client with a diagnosis of heart failure indicates increased levels of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) and brain natriuretic peptide (BNP). What is the most likely effect of these peptides on the client's physiology?
A) Water retention
B) Increased tubular sodium reabsorption
C) Inhibition of the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system
D) Sympathetic nervous stimulation
Ans: C
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The NPs inhibit the sympathetic nervous system and the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system, in addition to decreasing tubular sodium and water reabsorption.
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