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Inhibition of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) decreases the A. Formation of angiotensin II. B. Plasma renin level. C. Work of the heart.D. Circulating level of angiotensin I. E. Total body potassium. |
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Answer» A. True The enzyme converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II. B. False Plasma renin rises as the blood pressure falls. C. True The fall in blood pressure it causes decreases the work of the heart and can be an effective treatment for some types of heart failure. D. False It rises due to the increased renin and the inability to convert to angiotensin II. E. False Due to the fall in aldosterone secretion, less potassium is excreted. |
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