The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a patient who has chronic kidney disease. What possible effects of this condition should the nurse consider? (Select all that apply.)
a. Anemia
b. Cardiac dysrhythmias
c. Peripheral neuropathy
d. Increased bone density
e. Anorexia, nausea, vomiting
f. Increase in function of oil and sweat glands
ANS: A, B, C, E
Chronic kidney disease can lead to anemia, cardiac dysrhythmias, peripheral neuropathy, and anorexia, nausea, and vomiting. D. F. Chronic kidney disease does not cause increases in bone density or in the function of oil and sweat glands.
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