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A vasodilator is given that increases medullary flow. What will be the effect on sodium reabsorption?

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A vasodilator that increases medullary flow will decrease sodium reabsorption.

Step-by-step explanation:

A vasodilator that increases medullary flow will decrease sodium reabsorption. When blood pressure is decreased by acting as a vasodilator, it leads to a decrease in sodium reabsorption in the kidneys. This is because the vasodilator increases glomerular filtration rate, resulting in less sodium being reabsorbed back into the blood.

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