Question 1

Albumin is a primary carrier for which mineral?

Accepted Answer

A)  boron 
B)  iron 
C)  zinc 
D)  calcium 
E)  magnesium 
A)  boron 
B)  iron 
C)  zinc 
D)  calcium 
E)  magnesium

Question 2

The dialysate for PD is available with a range of _______________ concentrations that alter its osmolality and assist in fluid removal.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The dialysate for PD is available with...

Question 3

_______________ is a network of thin-walled capillaries closely surrounded by a pear-shaped epithelial membrane called the Bowman's capsule.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ is a network of thin-walled capillaries...

Question 4

Which of the following is a rich source of phosphorous?

Accepted Answer

A)  sherbet 
B)  apple 
C)  sardine 
D)  spaghetti 
E)  white bread 
A)  sherbet 
B)  apple 
C)  sardine 
D)  spaghetti 
E)  white bread

Question 5

What is the recommended daily potassium intake for hemodialysis patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  10-11 g/day 
B)  8-9 g/day 
C)  6-7 g/day 
D)  4-5 g/day 
E)  2-3 g/day 
A)  10-11 g/day 
B)  8-9 g/day 
C)  6-7 g/day 
D)  4-5 g/day 
E)  2-3 g/day

Question 6

Triglyceride levels are particularly reduced in PD patients due to the absorption of glucose from the dialysate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Since most HD patients receive anticoagulation therapy, caution must be taken when supplementing with vitamin _______________ due to its role in promoting clot formation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Since most HD patients receive anticoagulation therapy,...

Question 8

KL is a 45-year-old male admitted to the hospital with an infection. He is on PD because of the congenital disease of the kidney. He does not have diabetes. HT: 6'  WT: 170 pounds (77 kg)  
-What is the most likely source of his infection?

Accepted Answer

A)  fistula 
B)  UTI 
C)  catheter 
D)  AV graft 
E)  prostate 
A)  fistula 
B)  UTI 
C)  catheter 
D)  AV graft 
E)  prostate

Question 9

Which mineral supplements might be beneficial for people with chronic kidney disease (HD and PD patients)?

Accepted Answer

A)  iron and zinc 
B)  calcium and magnesium 
C)  calcium and phosphorous 
D)  boron and zinc 
E)  iron and magnesium 
A)  iron and zinc 
B)  calcium and magnesium 
C)  calcium and phosphorous 
D)  boron and zinc 
E)  iron and magnesium

Question 10

Because serum vitamin _______________ levels are elevated in HD and PD patients, supplementation is not necessary.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because serum vitamin _______________ levels are elevated...

Question 11

The protein requirements for hemodialysis are slightly higher than for peritoneal dialysis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Etiology of acute kidney injury is classified as prerenal, intrinsic, or _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Etiology of acute kidney injury is classified...

Question 13

Supplementation of _______________ -soluble vitamins is typically indicated for HD and PD patients due to increased losses during dialysis, anorexia, and poor dietary intake.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Supplementation of _______________ -soluble vitamins is typically...

Question 14

Discuss the etiology of acute kidney injury.

Accepted Answer

Acute kidney injury is classified based

Question 15

The onset of renal failure is not usually apparent until what percentage of renal function is lost?

Accepted Answer

A)  50-70% 
B)  about 40% 
C)  20-30% 
D)  about 15% 
E)  5-10% 
A)  50-70% 
B)  about 40% 
C)  20-30% 
D)  about 15% 
E)  5-10%

Question 16

What is the term for blood in the urine?

Accepted Answer

A)  anemia 
B)  proteinuria 
C)  oliguria 
D)  azotemia 
E)  hematuria 
A)  anemia 
B)  proteinuria 
C)  oliguria 
D)  azotemia 
E)  hematuria

Question 17

Describe the nutrition diagnoses that might coincide with CKD.

Accepted Answer

Given the complexity of the nutritional

Question 18

What percentage of HD patients develop ischemic heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  5% 
B)  10% 
C)  20% 
D)  30% 
E)  40% 
A)  5% 
B)  10% 
C)  20% 
D)  30% 
E)  40%

Question 19

The interdialytic weight gain goal in HD patients should not exceed what percentage of body weight?

Accepted Answer

A)  2% 
B)  5% 
C)  9% 
D)  12% 
E)  15% 
A)  2% 
B)  5% 
C)  9% 
D)  12% 
E)  15%

Question 20

Medical and nutritional management of acute kidney injury typically aims to maintain BUN (blood urea nitrogen) in the range of:

Accepted Answer

A)  60-100 mg/dL 
B)  80-100 mg/dL 
C)  100-120 mg/dL 
D)  120-130 mg/dL 
E)  130-150 mg/dL 
A)  60-100 mg/dL 
B)  80-100 mg/dL 
C)  100-120 mg/dL 
D)  120-130 mg/dL 
E)  130-150 mg/dL

Exam 18: Diseases of the Renal System

Albumin is a primary carrier for which mineral?

The dialysate for PD is available with a range of _______________ concentrations that alter its osmolality and assist in fluid removal.

_______________ is a network of thin-walled capillaries closely surrounded by a pear-shaped epithelial membrane called the Bowman's capsule.

Which of the following is a rich source of phosphorous?

What is the recommended daily potassium intake for hemodialysis patients?

Triglyceride levels are particularly reduced in PD patients due to the absorption of glucose from the dialysate.

Since most HD patients receive anticoagulation therapy, caution must be taken when supplementing with vitamin _______________ due to its role in promoting clot formation.

KL is a 45-year-old male admitted to the hospital with an infection. He is on PD because of the congenital disease of the kidney. He does not have diabetes. HT: 6' WT: 170 pounds (77 kg) -What is the most likely source of his infection?

Which mineral supplements might be beneficial for people with chronic kidney disease (HD and PD patients)?

Because serum vitamin _______________ levels are elevated in HD and PD patients, supplementation is not necessary.

The protein requirements for hemodialysis are slightly higher than for peritoneal dialysis.

Etiology of acute kidney injury is classified as prerenal, intrinsic, or _______________.

Supplementation of _______________ -soluble vitamins is typically indicated for HD and PD patients due to increased losses during dialysis, anorexia, and poor dietary intake.

Discuss the etiology of acute kidney injury.

The onset of renal failure is not usually apparent until what percentage of renal function is lost?

What is the term for blood in the urine?

Describe the nutrition diagnoses that might coincide with CKD.

What percentage of HD patients develop ischemic heart disease?

The interdialytic weight gain goal in HD patients should not exceed what percentage of body weight?

Medical and nutritional management of acute kidney injury typically aims to maintain BUN (blood urea nitrogen) in the range of:

Role of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Health Care System

Overview the Nutrition Care Process

Nutrition Assessment Foundation of the Nutrition Care Process

Nutrition Intervention Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Support

Nutrition Informatics and Documentation of the Nutrition Care Process

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid Base Balance

Cellular and Physiological Response to Injury the Role of the Immune System

Nutritional Genomics

Pharmacology

Diseases and Disorders of Energy Imbalance

Diseases of the Cardiovascular System

Diseases of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

Diseases of the Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

Diseases of the Liver Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Diseases of the Endocrine System

Diseases of the Hematological System

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Diseases of the Respiratory System

Metabolic Stress and the Critically Ill

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