Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The pediatric client with CKD is hospitalized. The nurse should monitor for which associated complications? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C,D
Rationale
Anemia develops due to decreased erythropoietin production. Dehydration occurs as functioning nephrons cannot reabsorb enough sodium. Hypocalcemia and hyperphosphatemia result from the kidney's inability to excrete phosphate. Osteodystrophy occurs as calcium is withdrawn from bones to compensate for hypocalcemia. Metabolic acidosis, not alkalosis, occurs due to impaired hydrogen ion excretion.