What are the two primary procedures for kidney dialysis?

The correct answer identifies the two primary procedures for kidney dialysis as peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis. Both methods are designed to perform the essential functions of the kidneys in patients whose own kidneys are not functioning properly.

Peritoneal dialysis involves the use of the peritoneum, the lining of the abdominal cavity, as a membrane through which excess waste products and fluids are filtered. A dialysis solution is introduced into the abdomen, allowing waste material to diffuse into the solution, which is then drained away. This method can often be done at home and provides the patient with greater flexibility in terms of timing and location of treatment.

Hemodialysis, on the other hand, requires the use of a machine to filter blood outside of the body. A patient’s blood is drawn from the body, cleaned through a dialyzer (artificial kidney), and then returned to the body. Hemodialysis typically takes place in a healthcare setting and is usually performed several times a week.

The other options do not accurately represent the two primary dialysis procedures. While renal transplant is an alternative treatment for end-stage renal disease, it is not classified as a type of dialysis. Exchange dialysis is not a standard term used in this context, and while continuous and intermittent