End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) Complications
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In ESKD, erythropoietin production increases resulting in fatigue, angina, and shortness of breath.

False

Serum calcium and phosphate levels have a direct relationship in the body.

False

Kidney disease can lead to the increased secretion of parathormone from the adrenal glands.

False

Uremic bone disease develops due to the imbalance in calcium, phosphate, and parathormone levels.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Calcification of blood vessels is not observed in patients with kidney disease.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Patients with kidney diseases may retain sodium and water, potentially leading to edema, heart failure, and hypertension.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vomiting and diarrhea can lead to water depletion which may worsen the uremic state.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Metabolic acidosis occurs in End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) due to the kidneys' inability to excrete increased loads of acid.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Anemia in kidney disease patients may develop due to inadequate production of erythropoietin.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Calcification of blood vessels is a common result of increased parathormone secretion in kidney diseases.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Serum creatinine is a better indicator of renal function than BUN.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

ESKD patients may experience peripheral neuropathy, especially if they have diabetes.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Renal osteodystrophy is a common manifestation in patients with ESKD.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Calcification of blood vessels is a potential issue for patients with ESKD.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Parathormone secretion is typically reduced in patients with ESKD.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of decreased erythropoietin production in ESKD?

<p>Development of anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does kidney disease impact the calcium and phosphorus levels in the body?

<p>Decreases calcium while increasing phosphorus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is affected by the decreased serum calcium level in ESKD?

<p>Parathyroid hormone (parathormone)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the development of uremic bone disease in ESKD patients?

<p>Complex changes in calcium, phosphate, and parathormone balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the metabolic acidosis in ESKD?

<p><strong>Kidneys' inability to excrete increased loads of acid results in metabolic acidosis</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of metabolic acidosis in End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD)?

<p>Decreased excretion of acid by the kidney tubules</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the factors that contributes to anemia in patients with kidney disease?

<p>Inadequate erythropoietin production</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do kidneys contribute to calcium imbalance in patients with ESKD?

<p>Decreased excretion of phosphorus by the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of erythropoietin in patients with kidney disease?

<p>Stimulates bone marrow to produce red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does phosphorus imbalance occur in patients with ESKD?

<p>Reduced excretion of phosphorus by the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

In End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD), which of the following conditions is a common manifestation due to the imbalance in calcium, phosphate, and parathormone levels?

<p>Uremic bone disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

The development of anemia in kidney disease patients is primarily due to:

<p>Inadequate production of erythropoietin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors results in metabolic acidosis in End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD)?

<p>Inability of the kidneys to excrete increased acid loads</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions can worsen the uremic state in patients with kidney disease?

<p>Water depletion from vomiting and diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

In ESKD, what effect does increased erythropoietin production have on the body?

<p>Leads to symptoms like fatigue and angina</p> Signup and view all the answers

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