Which of the following describe the function of the kidneys? Select all that apply.

Eliminating urine

Activation of vitamin B12

Regulation of acid-base balance

Production of erythropoietin

Regulation of blood pressure

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C,D,E

A. The primary function of the kidneys is to filter blood and eliminate waste products as urine.
B. Vitamin B12 activation primarily occurs in the liver, not the kidneys.

C.   The kidneys help regulate the body's acid-base balance by excreting or conserving bicarbonate ions and hydrogen ions.
D.   The kidneys produce erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow.
E.   The kidneys play a key role in regulating blood pressure by adjusting the volume of blood and the balance of electrolytes in the body. They also produce hormones such as renin, which helps regulate blood pressure.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Facial flushing is not typically associated with end-stage kidney disease and waiting for transport to dialysis. It may be indicative of other conditions such as fever, allergic reactions, or hormonal changes.
B. Hypotension is not a common finding in patients with end-stage kidney disease.

These patients often experience hypertension due to fluid overload and electrolyte imbalances.
C. Diaphoresis, or excessive sweating, is not typically associated with end-stage kidney disease and waiting for transport to dialysis. It may occur in response to other factors such as fever, pain, or anxiety.

D. Peripheral edema, or swelling in the extremities, is a common finding in patients with end-stage kidney disease due to fluid retention and impaired fluid balance regulation.

A. The resting heart rate increases when digoxin is taken." B. "Digoxin raises blood pressure." C. "Digoxin slows the heart rate." D. The force of heart contractions is increased with digoxin." E. "Digoxin decreases ectopic beats."

Correct Answer is ["C","D","E"]

Explanation

A. Digoxin typically decreases the heart rate by increasing vagal tone and reducing conduction through the atrioventricular node.
B. Digoxin may have minimal effects on blood pressure, primarily by improving cardiac output in patients with heart failure, but its primary action is on cardiac contractility and rhythm.
C. Digoxin has a negative chronotropic effect, meaning it slows the heart rate by increasing parasympathetic tone and decreasing conduction through the atrioventricular node.
D. Digoxin has a positive inotropic effect, meaning it increases the force of cardiac contractions, which can be beneficial in patients with heart failure.
E. Digoxin can suppress ectopic beats (abnormal heart rhythms originating outside the sinoatrial node) by slowing conduction through the atrioventricular node and enhancing vagal tone

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Which of the following describe the function of the kidneys? Select all that apply.

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Correct Answer is D

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Correct Answer is ["C","D","E"]

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