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What is the primary function of artificial organs?
What is the primary function of artificial organs?
- To provide functions similar to natural organs (correct)
- To remove waste from the blood
- To regulate blood plasma composition
- To replace damaged limbs
What is the term used to describe the malfunction of kidneys?
What is the term used to describe the malfunction of kidneys?
- Kidney failure (correct)
- Urinary tract infection
- Blood toxicity
- Kidney disease
How does the hemodialysis machine work?
How does the hemodialysis machine work?
- By removing chemical substances from the blood based on concentration differences (correct)
- By using gravity flow to remove waste from the blood
- By instilling a solution of glucose and electrolyte into the peritoneal cavity
- By using automatic pumping to regulate blood plasma composition
What is the purpose of the peritoneal cavity in peritoneal dialysis?
What is the purpose of the peritoneal cavity in peritoneal dialysis?
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What is a common limitation of kidney transplantation?
What is a common limitation of kidney transplantation?
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What is the purpose of the semi-permeable membrane in the hemodialysis machine?
What is the purpose of the semi-permeable membrane in the hemodialysis machine?
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What is monitored through measuring the electrical conductivity of the dialysate solution?
What is monitored through measuring the electrical conductivity of the dialysate solution?
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What is the function of the peristaltic pump in the hemodialysis machine?
What is the function of the peristaltic pump in the hemodialysis machine?
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What is used to detect blood to dialysate leaks in the hemodialysis machine?
What is used to detect blood to dialysate leaks in the hemodialysis machine?
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What is typically used in most open-heart surgeries?
What is typically used in most open-heart surgeries?
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