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The most common causes of end-stage renal disease are:
 
  a. inadequate fluid intake and malnutrition.
  b. high protein and sodium intakes.
  c. hypertension and diabetic nephropathy.
  d. kidney stones and urinary tract infections.

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The main function of the proximal tubule of the glomerulus is:
 
  a. reabsorption of nutrients.
  b. secretion of hydrogen ions to maintain acid-base balance.
  c. exchange of water and sodium.
  d. reabsorption of water.



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