Chapter 9.2: Thirst Flashcards
1
Q
Which of these happens after you eat something salty?
A
Water flows out of the cells
2
Q
What would happen as a result of adding salt to the body’s extracellular fluids?
A
Increased osmotic thirst
3
Q
What does vasopressin do?
A
It decreases urination and increases thirst
4
Q
Why do you stop drinking water before water reaches the cells that need it?
A
Drinking inhibits neurons responsible for thirst
5
Q
What is the most effective way to satisfy hypovolemic thirst?
A
Drink water containing some salt or other solutes
