Which of the following will the body begin to do in order to compensate for hyperkalemia?

A. Increase the release of atrial natriuretic hormone
B. Vasoconstriction of blood vessels
C. Decrease aldosterone secretion
D. Increase aldosterone secretion
E. Increase ADH secretion


Answer: D

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