Renal Failure Flashcards
1
Q
Pathophysiology for acute and chronic
A
Acute
- sudden loss of kidney function
Chronic
- gradual loss of kidney function over prolonged period
2
Q
Aetiology of ARF (6)
A
Shock Infection Toxin ingestion (EGP) Prolonged NSAID use Prolonged hypercalcaemia Progression of CRF
3
Q
Aetiology of CRF (8)
A
Hereditary
Secondary to:
- hyperthyroidism
- hypertension
- diabetes
- PKD
- trauma
- infection
- kidney malformation
4
Q
Clinical signs of ARF (6)
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Depression Dehydration Anorexia Vomiting Uraemic breath An/olig/polyuria
5
Q
Clinical signs of CRF (7)
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Lethargy Weight loss Dehydration Anaemia Hypertension Arrhythmia Ureamic breath
6
Q
Diagnosis of either condition, general and specific (9)
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Hx/cs/exam Urine SG - increased ARF / decreased CRF Biochem - kidney profile (urea/crea/phos) Lytes - low K+ Haem - check for anaemia CRF Serology - infectious agents Radiography Ultrasound BP (CRF)
7
Q
Properties of renal diet (2)
A
Low protein of high biological value
Low phosphorus
