In peritoneal dialysis, the peritoneum serves as the
a. nephron.
b. dialysate.
c. homeostatic agent.
d. dialysis membrane.
D
In peritoneal dialysis, the peritoneum serves as the dialysis membrane. It serves some, but not all of the functions of a nephron. Dialysate is instilled into the peritoneal cavity. Homeostasis is achieved by balancing food and fluid intake with dialysis.
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