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What is the estimated number of people in the US affected by kidney failure?
What is the estimated number of people in the US affected by kidney failure?
- 50 million
- 37 million (correct)
- 25 million
- 10 million
In which year were there over 500,000 patients receiving dialysis treatment?
In which year were there over 500,000 patients receiving dialysis treatment?
- 2017 (correct)
- 2015
- 2016
- 2018
What is the rank of kidney failure as a cause of death in the Philippines?
What is the rank of kidney failure as a cause of death in the Philippines?
- 10th
- 5th
- 7th (correct)
- 3rd
How often does one person die from kidney failure in the Philippines according to DOH?
How often does one person die from kidney failure in the Philippines according to DOH?
What is the main function of the kidneys in regulating the body's internal environment?
What is the main function of the kidneys in regulating the body's internal environment?
Study Notes
Kidney Failure Statistics
- The estimated number of people in the US affected by kidney failure is not specified in the given text.
- Over 500,000 patients in the US received dialysis treatment in a year, but the specific year is not mentioned.
Kidney Failure in the Philippines
- Kidney failure is a major cause of death in the Philippines, ranking among the top causes of death.
- According to the DOH, one person dies from kidney failure every hour in the Philippines.
Kidney Function
- The main function of the kidneys is to regulate the body's internal environment.
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Test your knowledge of kidney function, fluid, and electrolyte balance with this quiz on 4F-C: Fluid and Electrolytes – Kidney. Learn about the essential role of the kidneys in regulating the body's internal environment and the potential impact of kidney failure on overall health.
