Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidney. What will a deficiency of erythropoietin in a patient in chronic renal failure result in?
a. Diminished immunologic function with fewer white blood cells
b. Elevated lipid levels in the bloodstream, contributing to accelerated atherosclerosis
c. Anemia as a result of the diminished number of red blood cells being produced
d. Hypertension as a result of the increased, concentrated blood volume
C
Erythropoietin is excreted by the kidneys and stimulates bone marrow to produce red blood cells.
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1. "Tricyclic antidepressants have many side effects, including orthostatic hypotension, headache, and diarrhea." 2. "Tricyclic antidepressants cause sexual dysfunction." 3. "Tricyclic antidepressants are not recommended for a client with a history of heart attack." 4. "Tricyclic antidepressants cause weight gain."
How will you know that these instructions are understood?
What will be an ideal response?