The major concern related to hyperkalemia in the renal failure client is:
a. renal osteodystrophy.
b. sudden onset of hypotension.
c. increased coagulation of blood.
d. interference with normal cardiac function.
Question 2
Enteral feeding is preferred over parenteral nutrition in a client in chronic renal failure who needs support because:
a. there is decreased risk for aspiration.
b. parenteral feeding cannot provide all essential nutrients.
c. loss of protein, including antibodies, increases risk for infection and suppresses the immune system.
d. enteral formulas provide a higher density of proteins to replace those lost through renal dysfunction.
