When may phosphorus control be advised in kidney disease?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: When blood reports show the need
Phosphorus control may be recommended when kidney disease reduces the body’s ability to excrete phosphorus and blood levels become elevated or clinically concerning. Excess phosphorus can disturb calcium and bone metabolism. Advice should be based on renal function, laboratory results, medicines, dialysis status, and the complete dietary pattern rather than imposed on every person.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
When blood reports show the need
Why is this the correct answer?
Phosphorus control may be recommended when kidney disease reduces the body’s ability to excrete phosphorus and blood levels become elevated or clinically concerning. Excess phosphorus can disturb calcium and bone metabolism. Advice should be based on renal function, laboratory results, medicines, dialysis status, and the complete dietary pattern rather than imposed on every person.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Concerns and Needs in Diverse Contexts. Topic: Resource availability and management in family contexts.
