CCHT PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

The main difference between an arteriovenous shunt (AVS) and an arteriovenous
fistula (AVF) is an:


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A. AVF is more likely to become clotted or infected
B. AVF is entirely within the arm
C. AVS is entirely within the arm
D. AVF requires an external tube


ANSWER: B, AVF is entirely within the arm




A hemodialysis patient suddenly develops trouble breathing, hives, itching, and
hypotension. The most likely cause is:


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, A. Air Embolism
B. An Anaphylactic Reaction
C. Angina
D. Disequilibrium Syndrome

ANSWER: B, An Anaphylactic Reaction




All of the following substances are produced by the kidney EXCEPT:


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A. erythropoietin
B. calcitriol
C. aldosterone
D. renin


ANSWER: C, Aldosterone




A patient undergoing hemodialysis complains of muscle cramps in the calves and feet.
All of the following are likely causes EXCEPT:


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A. Hypernatremia (High-Sodium Level)
B. Excess Fluid Removal
C. Hypercalcemia (High-Calcium Level)
D. Hypokalemia (Low Potassium)

ANSWER: C, Hypercalcemia (High-Calcium Level)




Peritoneal dialysis (PD) differs from hemodialysis in which of the following ways?