A deficiency of aldosterone causes a decrease in the tubular reabsorption of sodium and water,causing a significant decrease in blood volume and
A)azotemia and uremia.
B)generalized edema.
C)hypotension.
D)anemia.

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A decrease in tubular reabsorption of sodium and water leads to a decrease in blood volume, which consequently results in hypotension. Option A is incorrect because azotemia and uremia are associated with kidney dysfunction, which has no relation to aldosterone deficiency. Option B is incorrect because generalized edema is caused by an increase in fluid retention rather than a decrease. Option D is incorrect because anemia is characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin levels, neither of which is caused by aldosterone deficiency.

A Deficiency of Aldosterone Causes a Decrease in the Tubular