11 - Grey Flashcards
1
Q
What are some nephrotoxins that can cause acute renal failure
A
Myoglobin Hemoglobin Aminiocglycosides Penicillins Cephalosporins NSAIDS Amphotericin B Contrast agents Endotoxin Cyclosporine
2
Q
How can you differentiate between acute renal failure types
A
See email
3
Q
How do you calculate GFR
A
(140-age)(weight) / PCR x 1.2 (or 0.85 for women)
N = 120ml/min
4
Q
What can increase urine specific gravity
A
Temperature Proteinuria Glucosuria Sucrosuria Radiological contrast Mannitol Dextran Diuretics Antibiotics Detergents
