The nursing student is explaining principles of hemodialysis to the nursing instructor. Which statement made by the student indicates a need for additional study and research on the topic?
a. " Dialysis works as molecules from an area of higher concentration move to an area of lower concentration."
b. " Blood and dialyzing solution flow in opposite directions across an enclosed semipermeable membrane."
c. " Excess water, waste products, and excess electrolytes are removed from the blood."
d. " Bacteria and other organisms can also pass through the membrane, so the dialysate must be kept sterile."
Answer: d. " Bacteria and other organisms can also pass through the membrane, so the dialysate must be kept sterile."
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