Which of the following clients' diagnostic blood work is most suggestive of chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
A)
A client with high pH; low levels of calcium; and low levels of phosphate
B)
A client with low vitamin D levels; low calcitriol levels; and elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels
C)
A client with low bone density; low levels of calcium; and low levels of phosphate
D)
A client with low potassium levels; low calcitriol levels; and increased PTH levels
Ans:
B
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CKD is associated with low vitamin D and calcitriol levels, which induces increased PTH production. CKD is also associated with acidosis (low pH), high levels of phosphate, and hyperkalemia.
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