Renal Failure Flashcards
1
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What is Acute Renal Failure?
A
Sudden loss of kidney function, resulting in elevation in serum urea and creatinine (BUN)
2
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What is Chronic Renal Failure?
A
Progressive loss of kidney function leading to end-stage failure
3
Q
Etiology of Chronic Renal Failure?
A
- Prolonged acute urinary tract infection or obstruction
- Diabetes!
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Uncontrolled Hypertension
4
Q
What is Uremia?
A
End-stage toxic condition from renal insufficiency
- retention of nitrogenous wastes in blood
5
Q
Signs and symptoms of Uremia?
A
- Anorexia
- Nausea
- Mental Confusion
6
Q
Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Neuro
A
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Coma
7
Q
Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Cardiopulmonary
A
- Hypertension
- DOE
- Heart Failure
- Edema; Peripheral Edema
8
Q
Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Skeletal
A
- Osteomalacia
- Osteoporosis
- Bone Pain
- Fracture
9
Q
Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Muscular
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- Muscle Weakness
- Cramping
- Restless Legs
- Peripheral Neuropathy
10
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Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Skin
A
- Pallor
- Ecchymosis
- Pruritus
- Dry Skin
11
Q
Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Blood
A
- Anemia
- Tendency to bleed easily
12
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Red-Flags for Chronic Renal Failure: Autonomic Nervous System
A
- Decreased HR
- Decreased Blood Pressure
- Orthostatic Hypotension
