A client with an alteration in the renal system is demonstrating inconsistent blood pressure control. The nurse realizes that the substance produced by the kidneys that assists in blood pressure control is:

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Renin is produced and released by the kidneys and helps to regulate blood pressure by converting angiotensinogen to angiotensin I, which is then converted to angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor.

A Client with an Alteration in the Renal System Is