The 5 Major Functions of the Kidneys Every Nurse Should Know

The 5 Major Functions of the Kidneys Every Nurse Should Know

The kidneys are fascinating when you just consider how hard they work to make and excrete urine but did you know they have big roles in other areas too?

Take a journey with me to learn more about the five major functions of the kidney with some visual clues to help you remember, everything from acid base balance to vitamin D

0:00 The 5 Major Functions of the Kidneys Every Nurse Should Know
0:40 Urinary Creation and Excretion for fluid balance
1:00 Regulation of Electrolytes and Acid Base
1:30 Active form of Vitamin D for optimal bone health
1:59 Blood Pressure Regulation (renin angiotensin pathway)
2:30 Making of new red blood cells, erythropoeitin

Some of the Resources:

Merck Manual
Essentials of Pathophysiology, Tommie Norris, 5th ed
Quick Reference for Critical Care, Diepenbrock, 3rd ed

Nursing students, nurses, and other health care professionals benefit from learning these signs and symptoms as they are the frontline eyes of the healthcare system.

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