Acute Renal Failure

Question 0

Acute Renal Failure

-Pre-renal

Answer 0

1. Most common

2. Caused by hypo-perfusion

Question 1

Azotemia

Answer 1

1. Increased build up of nitrogenous waste in the blood (urine in the blood)

Question 2

Acute Renal Failure

-Dietary considerations

Answer 2

1. Low protein diet with high carbs in small portions

Question 3

Acute Renal Failure

-Tests That are Contraindicated

Answer 3

1. CT scan with dye
2. IV pyelogram that requires contrast

Before the test is done, check the BUN and creatinine

Question 4

Acute Renal Failure

-Risk factors

Answer 4

1. Liver failure is a risk factor for Renal failure
   - Liver synthesizes albumin
   - lack of albumin lowers Oncotic pressure and can lead to hypo-perfusion