Which of the following can cause the blood pressure to increase?
a. decreased blood vo-lume c. increase in peripheral resistance
b. decreased cardiac output d. decreased viscosity of blood
C
When the blood volume decreases, the body compensates with an increased heart rate and vasoconstriction that increases peripheral resistance to maintain normal pressure and functions of the vital organs.
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