Hemodialysis____.
A) involves removing the patient's blood, cleansing it, and returning it to the body
B) can be done at home by pumping dialysis solution into the abdominal cavity
C) only needs to be performed once a month
D) replaces a person's blood during the filtration process
E) is only required while a kidney heals itself

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Hemodialysis is a medical procedure where a machine is used to filter wastes and water from the blood, mimicking the function of healthy kidneys. The process involves removing the patient's blood, cleansing it of toxins and excess fluids, and then returning it to the body.