DaVita PCT Study Guide | Q&A Latest 2024/2025 | 100% PASS

DaVita PCT Study Guide | Q&A Latest 2024/2025 | 100% PASS Ultrafiltration - Answer -Fluid pushed through the semipermeable membrane Convection - Answer -Solutes dragged across semipermeable membrane along with fluid Diffusion - Answer -Particles move from area of high concentration to low Osmosis - Answer -Fluid moves from area of low to high concentration What are the kidneys' excretory functions? - Answer -To normalize electrolytes, remove wastes, provide fluid and nutrient balance What are the kidneys' endocrine functions? - Answer -Renin secretion, erythropoietin secretion, vitamin D activation What is the function of the acid concentrate? - Answer -Provides the concentration gradient for diffusion What is the function of bicarbonate the dialysate solution? - Answer - Buffer the acid concentrate What is the function of bicarbonate when it diffu