Practice Test 6

A 48-year-old woman is evaluated 4 months after a kidney transplant. Her immunosuppressive regimen includes tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil, and a tapering dose of prednisone. She reports increased thirst and urination. Laboratory studies show a fasting blood glucose of 152 mg/dL and a hemoglobin A1c of 7.4%. She had no history of diabetes prior to her transplant. This patient's condition is most likely a side effect of which two of her medications?

A 72-year-old man with newly diagnosed end-stage renal disease requires initiation of dialysis. He has a history of multiple complex abdominal surgeries for Crohn's disease, resulting in adhesions. He also has severe diabetic retinopathy causing near-blindness and lives with his daughter who works full-time. He expresses a strong desire for a therapy that minimizes disruption to his daily life. Which dialysis modality is most appropriate for this patient?