Chronic Kidney Disease and Renal Failure Flashcards

1
Q

homeostatic function of kidneys

A

electrolyte balance
acid-base balance
volume homeostasis

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2
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endocrine function of kidneys

A

erythropoietin

1alphahydroxylase vitamin D

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3
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glucose metabolism of kidneys

A

gluconeogenesis

insulin clearance

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4
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excretory function of kidneys

A
nitrogenous waste
hormones
peptides
middle sized molecules
salt and water
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5
Q

what happens to cardiovascular risk in kidney failure?

A

increases

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6
Q

kidney failure effects on endocrine function

A

decreased calcium
anaemia
increased parathyroid hormone

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7
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kidney failure effects on excretory function

A

increased urea
increased creatinine
decreased insulin

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8
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kidney failure effects on homeostatic function

A
increased potassium
decreased bicarbonate
decreased pH
increased phosphate
salt and water imbalance
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9
Q

kidney failure tends to reduce excretion of salt and water leading to?

A

hypertension
oedema
pulmonary oedema

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