Progressive Care Nursing Certification (PCCN) Practice Exam

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Which hormone is primarily involved in controlling blood pressure during dehydration?

  1. Insulin

  2. Aldosterone

  3. Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

  4. Epinephrine

The correct answer is: Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

The hormone primarily involved in controlling blood pressure during dehydration is Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin. When the body experiences dehydration, it triggers the release of ADH from the posterior pituitary gland. ADH acts on the kidneys to promote water reabsorption, reducing urine output and helping to conserve water in the body. This action increases blood volume, which in turn

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