Which of the following factors stimulate the release of ADH? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hypovolemia
b. Hypernatremia
c. Hypothermia
d. Opioids and oral hypoglycemics
e. Severe physical and emotional stress
A, D, E
Factors stimulating release of antidiuretic hormone include hyperosmolality of extracellular fluid, hypovolemia, increased body temperature, medications (opioids, antineoplastics, oral hypoglycemics, ?-adrenergics), and severe emotional or physical stress.
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