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Pre-dialysis Renal Diet. Presented by Slyter Nutrition Consulting Services www.slyternutrition.com. Objectives. Understand function of the kidney Understand the purpose of renal diet Know and understand the implications, sources of: Protein Phosphorus Sodium Potassium
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Pre-dialysis Renal Diet Presented by Slyter Nutrition Consulting Services www.slyternutrition.com
Objectives • Understand function of the kidney • Understand the purpose of renal diet • Know and understand the implications, sources of: • Protein • Phosphorus • Sodium • Potassium • Understand meal planning
Functions of the Kidneys • Maintain balance of fluids and substances in blood • Filter blood to remove waste products and produce urine • Produce hormones • Renin: controls blood pressure • Eryhthropoiten: stimulates red blood cell production • Activate vitamin D