CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
OSTEOPOROSIS
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Question
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Increased blood pressure over time can cause problems with the heart, blood vessels, kidneys and even the brain
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Blood vessels damaged by high blood pressure can narrow, rupture or leak. High blood pressure can also cause blood clots to form in the arteries leading to the brain, blocking blood flow and potentially causing a stroke.
Detailed explanation-2: -Aldosterone and vasopressin cause the kidneys to retain sodium (salt). Aldosterone also causes the kidneys to excrete potassium. The increased sodium causes water to be retained, thus increasing blood volume and blood pressure.
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