Chronic Kidney Disease Crossword

When this lab value falls below 15% patients qualify for dialysis.
The most serious electrolyte disorder associated with chronic kidney disease, can result in fatal dysrhythmias.
The kidneys’ impaired ability to excrete excess acid results in this acid/base imbalance
The decreased production of erythropoietin by the kidneys can cause _________.
A patient’s respiratory system may use this type of breathing to compensate for severe acidosis.
Will diabetic patients most likely require more or less insulin after the onset of CKD?
Which gender is more likely to develop CKD?
Due retention of water and sodium most patients will have this physical side effect.
Low calcium levels stimulate the parathyroid gland to secrete _______
Another term for producing very little urine; a common side effect of ESRD.
The progression of CKD can be slowed by controlling this disease.
Anemia can be treated in CKD patients by providing this type of exogenous erythropoietin.
This type of medication can contribute to the progression of CKD and should be used cautiously.
Levels of this waste product from muscle metabolism increase significantly.