The nurse is caring for a patient with an acid-base imbalance from kidney disease.How should the nurse explain the role of the kidneys to maintain acid-base balance in the body to the patient?

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The kidneys regulate the acid-base balance of the blood by the excretion or conservation of ions such as hydrogen or bicarbonate.A.Promoting retention of proteins will not maintain acid-base balance.B.C.Excretion of carbon dioxide or conserving or excreting potassium does not contribute to maintaining acid-base balance in the body.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with an Acid-Base