<prompt> Please answer with one of the option in the bracket. Write reasoning in between . Write answer in between .Q:A 68-year-old man presents for his first hemodialysis treatment. He was diagnosed with progressive chronic kidney disease 6 years ago that has now resulted in end-stage renal disease ESRD. He currently is on a waiting list for a kidney transplant. His past medical history is significant for hypertension and peptic ulcer disease, managed with amlodipine and esomeprazole, respectively. He has diligently followed a severely restricted diet. The patient is afebrile and his vital signs are normal. His latest serum creatinine gives him an estimated glomerular filtration rate eGFR of 12 mLmin1.73 m2. Which of the following should be increased as part of the management of this patient?? A: Sodium intake, B: Potassium intake, C: Protein intake, D: Fiber intake, E: Calcium intake,  <response>: This is a question about managing a patient with end-stage renal disease ESRD who is starting hemodialysis. The key point is that he has severely decreased kidney function with an eGFR of only 12 mLmin1.73 m2. In ESRD, the kidneys have lost the ability to adequately filter wastes and maintain fluid and electrolyte balance. One of the main goals of management is to restrict intake of sodium, potassium, and phosphate which can build up to dangerous levels. Protein intake may need to be increased to prevent protein-calorie malnutrition which is common in ESRD patients. Fiber and calcium intake do not need to be specifically adjusted.C: Protein intake 