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Module 10 - Conditions of the Kidneys Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the following can occur from nephrotic syndrome?

a.	 High calcium levels

b.	 Malnutrition

c.	 Weight gain

d.	 Insulin resistance
A

b.
Malnutrition

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The reduction of plasma proteins in nephrotic syndrome may cause:

a.	 increased muscle growth

b.	 decreased LDL

c.	 osteomalacia

d.	 edema
A

edema

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3
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Which of the following is restricted in nephrotic syndrome?

a.	 sodium

b.	 protein

c.	 calcium

d.	 carbohydrate
A

sodium

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4
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Patients should be advised that which of the following foods contribute to the fluid allowance in fluid-restricted diets?

a.	 cheese

b.	 carrots

c.	 popsicles

d.	 apple pie
A

popsicles

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5
Q

Malnutrition is prevalent in chronic kidney disease because of:

a.	 Very restricted diet

b.	 Malabsorption

c.	 High dietary needs

d.	 Poor food choices
A

a.
Very restricted diet

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6
Q

What are two leading causes of chronic kidney disease?

a.	 malnutrition and rapid weight loss

b.	 obesity and high fat diet

c.	 diabetes and hypertension

d.	 injury and obstructed blood flow to the kidneys
A

c.
diabetes and hypertension

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7
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Which of the following are complications that can occur from kidney disease? Select all that apply.

[mark all correct answers]
a.
Anemia

b.	 Bone disease

c.	 Fluid and electrolyte imbalances

d.	 High serum albumin levels

e.	 Hyperkalemia

f.	 Cardiovascular disease
A

Anemia

b.	 Bone disease

c.	 Fluid and electrolyte imbalances

Hyperkalemia

f.	 Cardiovascular disease
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8
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Which of the following is necessary to prevent lean tissue breakdown in chronic kidney disease?

a.	 Carbohydrate

b.	 Fat

c.	 Calcium

d.	 Fluids
A

carbohydrate

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9
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A client is admitted to the hospital in chronic renal failure. A diet low in protein is ordered. What is the rationale for a low protein diet?

a.	 A high protein diet depletes calcium and phosphorous.

b.	 Protein breaks down into blood urea nitrogen and other waste.

c.	 A high protein diet decreases albumin production.

d.	 High protein increases the sodium and potassium levels.
A

Protein breaks down into blood urea nitrogen and other waste.

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10
Q

Patients with chronic kidney disease are often encouraged to consume high-fat foods to improve their energy intake. An appropriate high-fat food choice for a renal patient is:

a.	 dried beans.

b.	 cheese.

c.	 hot dog.

d.	 salmon
A

salmon

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11
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Which of the following dietary needs take priority in planning a renal diet?

a.	 adjustment of protein

b.	 adjustment of simple carbohydrate

c.	 adjustment of fat

d.	 adjustment of fiber
A

adjustment of protein

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12
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A client with renal failure Is prescribed a low sodium and low potassium diet. Which food choices would be best for this client?

a.	 Beef broth

b.	 Raisins

c.	 Baked potato

d.	 Rice
A

rice

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13
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A patient has stage 5 kidney failure with hyperkalemia. He receives hemodialysis treatmenst three times per week. The doctor prescribed him potassium and sodium restricted diet. Using the food label, identify the nutrients that are too high to fit in his prescribed diet.

A

a.
Saturated fat

b.	 Sodium

c.	 Potassium
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14
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Which of the following nutrients need to be restricted with chronic kidney disease? Select all that apply.

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a.
Protein

b.	 Carbohydrate

c.	 Potassium

d.	 Phosphorus

e.	 Fluids

f.	 Sodium

g.	 Dietary fiber
A

protein
c.
Potassium

d.	 Phosphorus

e.	 Fluids

f.	 Sodium

g.	 Dietary fiber
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15
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What is hyperkalemia?

a.	 High blood sodium levels

b.	 High blood potassium levels

c.	 Low blood phosphorus levels

d.	 Low glomerular filtration rate (GFR)
A

b.
High blood potassium levels

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16
Q

Which supplements are often encouraged for people with chronic kidney disease? Select all that apply.

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a.
Essential amino acids

b.	 Calcium

c.	 Vitamin D

d.	 Iron

e.	 Potassium
A

b.
Calcium

c.	 Vitamin D

d.	 Iron
17
Q

Which of the following is highest in phosphorus?

a.	 Meats

b.	 Fruit

c.	 Vegetables

d.	 Bread products
A

Meats

18
Q

Once dialysis is initiated, a person can consume more:

a.	 Potassium

b.	 Calories

c.	 Protein

d.	 Phosphorus
A

protein

19
Q

What is the main risk factor for developing a urinary tract infection?

a.	 Genetics

b.	 High protein diet

c.	 Dehydration

d.	 Lack of good bacteria in the body
A

c.
Dehydration

20
Q

Which of the following are recommended to prevent recurrent calcium oxalate kidney stones?

[mark all correct answers]
a.
Avoid high protein intake

b.	 Restrict dietary calcium

c.	 Take vitamin C supplements

d.	 Avoid excess intake of oxalates

e.	 Consume lots of fluids

f.	 Avoid high sodium intake
A

a.
Avoid high protein intake

d.
Avoid excess intake of oxalates

e.	 Consume lots of fluids

f.	 Avoid high sodium intake

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