The kidneys of a client in renal failure produce no erythropoietin, a hormone necessary for RBC production.
Erythropoietin can be given as replacement, but the client needs adequate iron, folate, and B12 to increase the
effectiveness of EPO. Choice 2 is not necessary for RBC production and can increase uremia. Choices 3 and 4
are not necessary for RBC production.Physiological Adaptation
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