[Verified Answer]: Case Study: Chronic Kidney Disease The…

Case Study: Chronic Kidney Disease The following six questions are part of an unfolding case study. Chloe Zong (pronouns she/her/hers), 35 years old, with chronic kidney disease (CKD) secondary to chronic glomerulonephritis, has been on peritoneal dialysis (PD) for approximately 3 months. She presents with complaints of intermittent weakness, “lightheadedness” while standing up, fatigue, and shortness of breath with activity. She has a history of anemia and hypoglycemia. Vital Signs: T 36.6 °C (98 °F), BP 112/ 87 mmHg, HR 112, RR 20, SpO2 96% on room air, weight: 147 lbs (66.8 kg) Question 2 / 6 Note: You will not have another attempt on this question if you navigate away. Please take your time answering this question before moving forward. Analyze Cues Chloe is confused about the onset of weakness and shortness of breath. What is the best response by the nurse practitioner (NP)? “You have a history of chronic kidney disease due to low erythropoietin levels, which can cause weakness and shortness of breath.” “You have a history of hypoglycemia due to low erythropoietin levels, which can cause weakness and shortness of breath.” “You have a history of anemia due to low erythropoietin levels, which can cause weakness and shortness of breath.” “You have a history of thrombocytopenia due to anemia, which can cause weakness and shortness of breath.”