End-stage renal disease

End-stage renal disease ( 49 Questions)

A client with ESRD asks the nurse about treatment options. Which statement by the nurse is accurate?


Correct Answer: B

A. This is incorrect because while kidney transplantation is an essential treatment option for ESRD, it is not the only option. Dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis) is also a viable treatment to replace kidney function for clients who are not transplant candidates or awaiting transplantation.

B. This is correct. Dialysis is the primary treatment for ESRD, providing renal replacement therapy by removing waste products and excess fluid from the blood. Kidney transplantation is another treatment option for eligible candidates who may benefit from a functioning kidney.

C. This is incorrect because effective treatment options, such as dialysis and kidney transplantation, are available for ESRD. There is ongoing research and development in nephrology, but new therapies have not replaced the standard treatments.

D. This is incorrect because ESRD is a severe condition where the kidneys have permanently lost their ability to function, and treatment options such as dialysis or transplantation are necessary to sustain life.




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