Question

Which of the following is true about dialysis?

• A. The dialysis machine draws blood from the renal artery
• B. Sodium chloride is added to prevent coagulation
• C. Dialysis is not necessary when the kidneys are not able to adequately filter the blood.​
• D. Dialysis is a permanent solution to kidney failure

Answer 1

The correct option is A

The dialysis machine draws blood from the renal artery

The process of removing waste products and excess fluid from the body is called as dialysis. Dialysis is necessary when the kidneys are not able to adequately filter the blood.​​ The dialysis machine draws the blood from the renal artery. Heparin is used to prevent the blood coagulation. Dialysis is only a temporary solution.