The primary buffer in extracellular fluid (ECF) is the _______________ buffer system. Fill in the ...

The primary buffer in extracellular fluid (ECF) is the _______________ buffer system.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Q. 2

Describe the dietary factors that regulate hemostasis.

Q. 3

Patients with CKD may take TUMS or Os-Cal as calcium supplements. For what other purpose may CKD patients take these particular medications?
 a. Phosphate binding
  b. ACE inhibition
  c. Vasodilation activity
  d. Antidiuretic activity

Q. 4

_______________ is the actual decrease in pH within the body to <7.35.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Q. 5

List the subunits of the hemoglobin molecule.

Q. 6

A renal dietitian is reviewing the diet record of one of her hemodialysis patients. The dietitian notes the following: 1/2 cup black beans, dry, soaked, rinsed, boiled. The dietitian decides that she will use this record and the patient's pre-dialysis laboratory results to discuss some of the nutrient recommendations for hemodialysis. Which nutrients is she planning to focus on with the patient?
 a. Potassium and sodium
  b. Phosphorus and potassium
  c. Potassium and fiber
  d. Phosphorus, sodium, and water

Q. 7

Water is considered neutral pH at _______________.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Q. 8

Hemorrhagic disease of the newborn is characterized by clotting deficiencies due to insufficient amounts of _______________ available to the neonate.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Q. 9

A patient on hemodialysis wants to stir-fry some vegetables, but is concerned about too much potassium intake. If she limits the total quantity of vegetables to 1/2 cup, which of the following should she EXCLUDE from her stir-fry mix?
 a. Green pepper
  b. Water chestnut
  c. Carrot
  d. Bean sprouts