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A calcitriol supplement is given in order to increase:
 a. calcium in the blood.
  b. red blood cell production.
  c. parathyroid hormone activity.
  d. phosphorus levels in the blood.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about chronic renal failure?
 a. Acute renal failure usually precedes chronic renal failure.
  b. Damage to nephrons in chronic renal failure is usually reversible.
  c. Most clients are not diagnosed with chronic renal failure until after 75 of renal function is lost.
  d. Alterations in fluid and electrolytes are often manifested early in the course of chronic renal deterioration.



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Dinolord

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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