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Mr. Wonderful

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Which condition can be caused by the kidneys not receiving enough blood to filter due to dehydration or a sudden drop in blood volume or blood pressure?
 A) acute renal failure
  B) renal colic
  C) uremia
  D) end-stage renal disease

Question 2

A/An ___________________ _ is the placement of a catheter to maintain an opening between the pelvis of a kidney and the exterior of the body.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



manuelcastillo

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

nephrostomy



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