Positive pressure ventilation has which of the following effects on the kidneys?

a. Increases blood flow to the kidneys
b. Redistributes blood flow in the kidneys
c. Decreases sodium reabsorption in the kid-neys
d. Increases urinary output

ANS: B
PPV redistributes blood inside the kidneys, which may be an important factor in the changes that occur in kidney function.

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