A drug that blocks the renal reabsorption of sodium

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Blocking the renal reabsorption of sodium would lead to an increase in the amount of sodium excreted in the urine. Since water follows sodium, this would also lead to an increase in urine output (diuresis).

Option A is incorrect because the drug is blocking reabsorption, so Na+ excretion would be increased.

Option C is incorrect because the drug is only blocking the reabsorption of sodium and not bicarbonate.

Option D is incorrect because blocking the reabsorption of sodium would not necessarily lead to an increase in the reabsorption of potassium.

A Drug That Blocks the Renal Reabsorption of Sodium