The nurse understands that the client with renal failure might be unable to: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Reabsorb and regenerate bicarbonate.
2. Excrete bicarbonate and retain hydrogen ions in order to increase pH.
3. Reabsorb and regenerate bicarbonate and excrete hydrogen ions to increase pH.
4. Provide the short-term regulation of acid–base balance.
5. Retain hydrogen ions in order to make more acid available to offset the bicarbonate.
1,3,5
Rationale: The kidneys maintain acid–base balance by selectively excreting or conserving bicarbonate and hydrogen ions.
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