Question

Chronic renal failure may be associated with which of the following conditions? Select all that apply.

Hypertension
Diabetes
Osteoporosis
Staphylococcal infections
Influenza infection

Answer 1

Chronic renal failure (CRF) can be associated with the following conditions:

1. **Hypertension** - CRF can both cause and be a result of hypertension. Inadequate kidney function can lead to fluid overload and increased blood pressure.

2. **Diabetes** - Diabetes is one of the leading causes of chronic renal failure, often leading to diabetic nephropathy.

The other options:

- **Osteoporosis**: While chronic renal failure can lead to bone disease (renal osteodystrophy), osteoporosis is not directly associated with CRF.

- **Staphylococcal infections**: While patients with CRF may be more susceptible to infections due to impaired immune function, Staphylococcal infections are not specifically associated with CRF.

- **Influenza infection**: Similar to Staphylococcal infections, while patients with CRF may have a higher risk of infections, influenza is not specifically associated with CRF.

Thus, the conditions associated with chronic renal failure are **Hypertension** and **Diabetes**.