Why is an older adult more prone to dehydration?
A) The collecting duct becomes overresponsive to the effects of ADH.
B) The adrenal cortex oversecretes aldosterone.
C) There is a decrease in the thirst mechanism.
D) The person retains excessive sodium.
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