Linda ate some immature potatoes. Despite being cookedthoroughly, the glycoalkaloid content caused her to
develop severe abdominal pain and cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea.After about ten to twelve episodes of watery
diarrhea, she became so pale and weak that her husband took her tothe clinic. She was diagnosed with severe
dehydration resulting in hypovolemic shock.
The body has several response mechanisms that are utilizedto try to maintain blood pressure and blood
flow in response to hypovolemic shock. Which of the following wouldoccur ?
Sympathetic stimulation of the heart is increased.
Renin release is inhibited.
Chemoreceptors are depressed.
Parasympathetic stimulation is increased.
