CCHT PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS

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CCHT PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS

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Question 1: Which of the following kidney structures connects with and delivers urine directly to the ureter?

Answer:

Calyx Glomerulus Pelvis Cortex Question 2: Which of the following statements about administering erythopoientin to a

hemodialysis patient is correct:

Answer:

• Administer it until hemoglobin level is normal

• Give supplemental iron if ferritin is low

• Give subcutaneously only

• Double the dose if the hemoglobin has not increased by 1 g/dL in 4 weeks

ANSWER: B, Give supplemental iron if ferritin is low

Question 3: All of following conditions are associated with chronic kidney failure EXCEPT:

Answer:

• low hemoglobin

• hypoparathyroidism

• hyperphosphatemia

• hyperkalemia

ANSWER: B, hypoparathyroidism

Question 4: One difference between peritoneal dialysis (PD) and hemodialysis (HD) is:

Answer:

• There is a greater incidence of disequilibrium syndrome in PD

• There are more dietary restrictions in PD

• Fluid buildup is less of a problem in PD

• The patient is subjected to constant dialysis in PD rather then intermittent dialysis in HD

ANSWER: D, The patient is subjected to constant dialysis in PD rather then intermittent dialysis in HD

Question 5: Uremia may cause which of the following conditions?

Answer:

• Edema (swelling) of the extremities

• All of the above

• Anemia

• Itching

ANSWER B, All of the Above Question 6: The most likely cause of post-renal failure is:

Answer:

• Severe dehydration

• Nephrotoxic drug

• Glomerulonephritis

• Benign prostatic hypertrophy

ANSWER: D, Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Question 7: What pattern of blood chemistries would you expect in renal osteodystrophy:

Answer:

• High-Calcium and low-phosphate levels

• Low-Parathyroid hormone levels

• Elevated calcitriol

• Low-Calcium and high-phosphate levels

ANSWER: D, Low-Calcium and high-phosphate levels

Question 8: What percentage of transplanted kidneys is functional 1 year after transplantation?

Answer:

A. 70%

B. 90%

C. 30%

D. 50%

ANSWER: B, 90%

Question 9: Peritoneal dialysis (PD) differs from hemodialysis in which of the following ways?

Answer:

• PD requires both vascular access and abdominal access

• Sterile dialysate is not required for PD

• PD cannot be done at home

• PD access is by an intra-abdominal catheter

ANSWER: D, PD access is by an intra-abdominal catheter

Question 10: A hemodialysis patient suddenly develops trouble breathing, hives, itching, and

hypotension. The most likely cause is:

Answer:

• Air Embolism

• An Anaphylactic Reaction

• Angina

• Disequilibrium Syndrome

ANSWER: B, An Anaphylactic Reaction

Question 11: The most common cause of chronic kidney disease in the United States is:

Answer:

• Diabetes

• Hypertension

• Glomerulonephritis

• Polycystic Kidney Disease

ANSWER: A, Diabetes

Question 12: Which of the following dialyzers is used currently?

Answer:

• Coil

• Flat plate

• Hollow tube

• Kiil

ANSWER: C, Hollow Tube

Question 13: All of the following substances are produced by the kidneys EXCEPT:

Answer:

• Rennin

• Aldosterone

• Erythropoietin

• Calcitriol

ANSWER: B, Aldosterone