Chronic Kidney Disease Flashcards

1
Q

Which race is more likely to develop chronic kidney disease

A

African Americans

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2
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Risk factors for chronic kidney disease

A

Diabetes and hypertension

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3
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Prevention of chronic kidney disease

A

Low sodium diet, exercise, appointments with Dr., avoid smoking, and limit alcohol intake

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4
Q

What is uremia

A

Urea in the blood

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5
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Fluid and electrolyte in balance is associated with chronic kidney disease

A

Hi potassium high phosphorus and low calcium

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6
Q

Normal BUN levels

A

25 Dash 50

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7
Q

Should you avoid drugs that are eliminated by the kidneys

A

Yes avoid loop Diuretics aces and antihypertensives

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8
Q

Severe renal failure is when creatinine levels far above what

A

4 mg/dL

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9
Q

True or false

In its early stages, symptoms of chronic kidney disease may include a build up of nitrogen’s Waste products in the blood

A

True

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10
Q

Optimal diet for a patient with Reno failure

A

High calorie, low protein, low sodium, low potassium diet

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