Which of the following is not true about the regulation of fluid in the body?
A. Even though the kidney can effectively conserve water, insensible water losses must be replenished.
B. Thirst is a reliable indicator of how much water should be consumed to replenish body fluids during illness.
C. There is a limit to how concentrated the kidney can make the urine.
D. Antidiuretic hormone is released to force the kidney to conserve water.
Answer: B
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