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A patient with chronic kidney disease has damaged juxtaglomerular (JG) cells that are unable to release renin. Which of the following physiological changes would MOST likely occur?
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A) Increased conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II
B) Decreased secretion of aldosterone from the adrenal cortex
C) Increased reabsorption of sodium in the distal tubule
D) Elevated blood pressure due to increased vasoconstriction
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Jay Vasilev, M.D., MMSc
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