HN 423: Renal Nutrition Exam (Lectures 1 & 2) Questions And Answers

HN 423: Renal Nutrition Exam (Lectures 1 &
2) Questions And Answers

In calcium oxalate stones: increase Ca, decrease oxalates and sodium, avoid vitamin C

supplements




2 MNT for hypercalcuria 1. Lower sodium intake


2. Decrease renal acid load (lower meats, increased F&V)




3 MNT for hyperoxaluria 1. Increase calcium


2. Limit high-oxalate foods

3. Avoid vitamin C supplements




2 MNT for hyperuricosuria 1. Limit purine-rich foods (meats, seafood)


2. Limit alcohol




MNT for low urine volume Increase fluid intake (3 L/day)




What is Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)? When the pituitary

gland releases too much ADH

, HN 423: Renal Nutrition Exam (Lectures 1 &
2) Questions And Answers

What does SIADH/high levels of ADH cause? Increased water retention, leading to

hyponatremia




2 treatments for SIADH Fluid restriction


IV/oral sodium




Name 4 functions of the kidneys 1. Fluid control


2. Electrolyte balance

3. Acid-base balance

4. Blood pressure control




2 biggest causes of CKD 1. Diabetes (45% of cases)


2. Hypertension




Common NFPE finding for CKD Edema