A Person with Renal Failure Is Demonstrating Signs of an Altered

question 13

Multiple Choice

A person with renal failure is demonstrating signs of an altered blood pH. Which of the following kidney functions aids in the maintenance of normal blood pH?

• A)Tubular secretion
• B)Osmotic pressure
• C)Glomerular permeability
• D)Tubular reabsorption

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