Compare and contrast the negative feedback regulation of blood pressure via short- term mechanisms and long-term mechanisms. Include in your discussion three different ways short- term mechanisms regulate blood pressure and two ways long-term mechanisms do. Also explain how local hormones signal changes, which result in localized blood pressure changes and the shunting of blood. <Tab/>There are several different mechanisms that the body uses to regulate blood pressure. Depending on …
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…to release ADH, which increases water re-absorption by the kidneys. The water follows the sodium into the bloodstream and work together to increase blood volume and blood pressure. Hormones may also have an effect on blood pressure and the shunting of blood. An example of this is ADH. The consumption of alcohol inhibits the release of ADH, which promotes vasodilation, especially in the skin. As a result blood pressure drops and your skin appears flushed.