Fresenius Hemodialysis Study Guide questions with correct answers

Three pieces of personal protective equipment that are mandatory for use in the patient care area are: - Ans Gown, gloves, face shield The function of Erythropoietin is - Ans Stimulate production of RBC's, tells bone marrow to make RBC's Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by - Ans most commonly a viral infection Max Chlorine level in H2O room - Ans 0.09 ppm Albumin is - Ans a protein that helps fight infections and aids in healing and tissue formation. Gets fluid back into the blood, an osmotic agent. HD patient range for Albumin - Ans ≥ 4.0 Potassium is - Ans an electrolyte that regulates cardiac action HD patient range for Potassium - Ans 3.5-6.0 Hemoglobin is - Ans what carries oxygen and iron from the lungs to vital organs HD patient range for Hemoglobin - Ans 10-11