Dialysis Revised Questions and Answers / 2024

The nephron is located mostly in the cortex or the kidney. True or False - True The body normally excretes 1 to 2 liters of urine each day. True or False - True What does a solution consist of? - Solvent and Solute What are 2 types of ultrafiltration systems? - Volumetric and Flow Rate When _______ mL amount of urine collects in the bladder, the sensory nerve causes the urge to urinate? - mL What is the normal pH of urine? - 4.0 to 8.0 What is the most common cause of kidney failure in the U.S? - Diabetes Agents that damage the tissue of the kidney is called what? - Endotoxins What are some effects of uremia? - hyperkalemia, acidosis, hyperlipidemia, and malnutrition. What is the most frequent complication in hemodialysis? - Infection A fistula access places additional strain on the heart. What is the required increase in cardiac output to have a fistula? - 10% What is the desired level in a dialysis patient? - >=4.0 mg/dl