Patient was educated on different kidney functions as follows:
- Elimination of wastes
- The kidneys function as one of the major organs for elimination, by removing excess fluid and electrolytes, metabolic wastes like urea and uric acid from the body.
- Acid base regulation
- A good acid base balance has to be maintained, for the body to function properly.
- As part of regular body metabolism, numerous acids are produced.
- These acids have to be neutralized or eliminated from the body, to prevent them from becoming toxins and harming the body.
- Kidneys help in neutralizing and eliminating these toxins and maintain a healthy functional state.
