Flashcards in The Urinary System - Renal Failure Deck (5)
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1
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Renal failure
A
decreased or total lack of kidney function
2
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Acute renal failure is the quick onset of ____, ____, ____, ____, or ____
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decline in kidney function due to dehydration, prolonged hospitalization, severe illness, trauma, or drugs
3
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Acute renal failure is generally reversible with ____ or ____
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hydration and removal of offending medications or treatment of an offending disease
4
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On the other hand, chronic renal failure signifies a progressive decline in ____
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renal function
5
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Chronic renal failure (CRF) can be the result of ____, ____, ____, and ____ or ____
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age, uncontrolled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes, and genetic or environmental factors