A patient in the ICU has cardiac failure and resultant low renal perfusion, which triggers the renin-angiotensin mechanism. Which of the following should the nurse expect to happen as a result of this mechanism?
A) Elevation of systemic blood pressure
B) Decreased aldosterone secretion
C) Dehydration
D) Dilation of vascular smooth muscle
A
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).