A diuretic that affects reabsorption early in the nephron filtration process will:
A) affect water reabsorption but not electrolytes.
B) affect electrolytes but not fluid reabsorption.
C) have a lesser impact on water and sodium removal.
D) have a greater impact on water and sodium removal.

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A diuretic that affects reabsorption early in the nephron filtration process will have a greater impact on water and sodium removal because this is where the majority of sodium and water reabsorption occurs. Therefore, inhibiting this process will result in increased excretion of both water and sodium.

A Diuretic That Affects Reabsorption Early in the Nephron Filtration