Water Treatment Questions and
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Which component of hemodialysis removes waste products from the blood?
a) Red blood cells
✔✔b) Dialyzer membrane
c) Platelets
d) Hemoglobin
What is the main purpose of ultrafiltration in dialysis?
a) Deliver medications
✔✔b) Remove excess water from the blood
c) Supply oxygen
d) Add electrolytes
Which electrolyte is most closely monitored during dialysis?
a) Sodium
✔✔b) Potassium
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,c) Calcium
d) Magnesium
What is the primary function of bicarbonate in the dialysis solution?
a) Remove toxins
✔✔b) Correct acidosis
c) Replace red blood cells
d) Increase blood pressure
Which type of dialysis uses the patient’s peritoneum as a membrane?
a) Hemodialysis
✔✔b) Peritoneal dialysis
c) Ultrafiltration
d) Continuous renal replacement therapy
Why must water used in dialysis be ultrapure?
a) To prevent clotting
✔✔b) To prevent pyrogenic reactions and infections
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, c) To enhance ultrafiltration
d) To improve dialyzer efficiency
Which blood vessel is commonly used for vascular access in hemodialysis?
a) Carotid artery
b) Femoral vein
✔✔c) Arteriovenous fistula
d) Jugular artery
What is the most common complication during hemodialysis?
a) Infection
✔✔b) Hypotension
c) Hyperkalemia
d) Blood clots
Why is dialysate temperature carefully controlled?
a) To activate erythropoietin
✔✔b) To prevent hypotension and discomfort
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
Which component of hemodialysis removes waste products from the blood?
a) Red blood cells
✔✔b) Dialyzer membrane
c) Platelets
d) Hemoglobin
What is the main purpose of ultrafiltration in dialysis?
a) Deliver medications
✔✔b) Remove excess water from the blood
c) Supply oxygen
d) Add electrolytes
Which electrolyte is most closely monitored during dialysis?
a) Sodium
✔✔b) Potassium
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,c) Calcium
d) Magnesium
What is the primary function of bicarbonate in the dialysis solution?
a) Remove toxins
✔✔b) Correct acidosis
c) Replace red blood cells
d) Increase blood pressure
Which type of dialysis uses the patient’s peritoneum as a membrane?
a) Hemodialysis
✔✔b) Peritoneal dialysis
c) Ultrafiltration
d) Continuous renal replacement therapy
Why must water used in dialysis be ultrapure?
a) To prevent clotting
✔✔b) To prevent pyrogenic reactions and infections
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, c) To enhance ultrafiltration
d) To improve dialyzer efficiency
Which blood vessel is commonly used for vascular access in hemodialysis?
a) Carotid artery
b) Femoral vein
✔✔c) Arteriovenous fistula
d) Jugular artery
What is the most common complication during hemodialysis?
a) Infection
✔✔b) Hypotension
c) Hyperkalemia
d) Blood clots
Why is dialysate temperature carefully controlled?
a) To activate erythropoietin
✔✔b) To prevent hypotension and discomfort
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