A client with chronic renal disease is experiencing manifestations of anemia. Based on this data, which treatment does the nurse anticipate for this client?
A) Begin a fluid restriction.
B) Administer intravenous glucose and insulin.
C) Begin a low-sodium diet.
D) Epoetin injections
Answer: D
Epoetin injections are used in the treatment of anemia caused by chronic kidney disease. This medication supplies a hormone typically created in the kidneys that signals the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. In chronic kidney disease, this hormone production will be reduced. A fluid restriction would be indicated for uremia caused by chronic kidney disease. Intravenous glucose and insulin may be used to reduce excessive potassium that is caused by chronic kidney disease. A low-sodium diet is used to help reduce fluid volume excess that is caused by chronic kidney disease.
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