Ati Medical Surgical Exam 2024

Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) differs from hemodialysis in which of the following ways? - ANSWER-PD access is by an intra-abdominal catheterThe main difference between an arteriovenous shunt (AVS) and an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is an: - ANSWER-AVF is entirely within the armWhich of the following dialyzers is used currently? - ANSWER-hollow tubeWhich of the following kidney structures connects with and delivers urine directly to the ureter? - ANSWER-pelvisThe glomerular filtration rate is an important index of renal function and in the normal adult is approximately: - ANSWER-125 ml/min/1.73 m2All of the following substances are produced by the kidney EXCEPT: - ANSWER-aldosteroneThe most likely cause of post-renal failure is: - ANSWER-benign prostatic hypertrophyThe most common cause of chronic kidney disease in the united states is: - ANSWER-diabetesUremia may cause which of the following conditions? - ANSWER-Itching, edema (swelling)of the extremities, anemiaAll of the following conditions are associated with chronic kidney failure EXCEPT: - ANSWER-hypoparathyroidismWhat percentage of transplanted kidneys is functional 1 year after transplantation? - ANSWER-90%Which hemodialysis schedule is likely to be most efficient? - ANSWER-Short daily home hemodialysis, 2-3 hours a session, 5-7 days a weekthe fluid restriction for most patients undergoing in-center hemodialysis is equal to urine volume/day plus: -