Treating Kidney Failure: Dialysis and Transplants

The video explains the critical role of kidneys in filtering blood and maintaining balance in the body. It discusses kidney failure, its serious consequences, and two main treatments: dialysis and transplants. Dialysis uses a machine to clean the blood, while transplants involve replacing a failed kidney with a healthy one. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, such as time consumption and potential rejection. The video concludes with a recap of these treatments and their impact on patients' lives.

What is one of the primary functions of the kidneys in the human body?

• To produce red blood cells

• To digest food

• To filter blood and remove waste

• To regulate body temperature

What happens when both kidneys fail to function properly?

• The body temperature drops

• The heart rate increases

• Waste products build up in the body

• The body becomes dehydrated

How does kidney dialysis help individuals with kidney failure?

• By reducing body temperature

• By filtering blood through a machine

• By increasing blood pressure

• By producing new kidney cells

What is a key advantage of kidney dialysis?

• It is inexpensive

• It is a one-time treatment

• It prevents death by removing waste

• It cures kidney failure

What is a major disadvantage of kidney dialysis?

• It requires no dietary changes

• It cures kidney failure

• It is a quick procedure

• It is time-consuming and expensive

What is the primary benefit of a kidney transplant over dialysis?

• It requires no surgery

• It requires frequent hospital visits

• It cures kidney failure

• It is less effective

From whom are most kidney transplants sourced?

• Living donors

• Deceased donors

• Animal donors

• Artificial kidneys

What is a significant challenge faced by patients awaiting a kidney transplant?

• Frequent surgeries

• Long waiting lists

• Excessive medication

• Lack of medical facilities

Why might a kidney transplant be rejected by the body?

• The kidney is not functioning

• The kidney is too small

• The kidney is from a living donor

• The immune system attacks it

What is a common requirement for patients after receiving a kidney transplant?

• Lifetime medication

• Daily exercise

• Regular dialysis

• Frequent surgeries