10 Questions
What is the main characteristic of acute kidney injury (AKI)?
Sudden episode of kidney failure or damage
What is the normal urine output in a healthy individual?
0.5-1.5 mL/kg/hour
What is the function of nephrons in the kidney?
Filters the blood and selectively reabsorbs substances
What does the term 'uremic syndrome' describe?
A set of manifestations resulting from loss of renal function
What is the other name for kidney failure?
Renal failure
What is the function of the glomerulus in the nephron?
It filters the blood
What is a normal range for glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in healthy subjects?
60-125 mL/min/1.73 m2
What is the formula for calculating Body Surface Area (BSA) using the Mosteller formula?
$\sqrt{(\text{height in cm} \times \text{weight in kg})} / 3600$
What characterizes acute kidney injury (AKI)?
Sudden decline in GFR, retention of nitrogenous wastes, and disturbance in fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance
Which of the following is an example of a prerenal cause of acute kidney injury (AKI)?
Excessive diuresis
Test your knowledge about acute kidney injury (AKI) and renal failure, including the causes, symptoms, and consequences. Explore the impact of kidney failure on the body's systems and the inability to excrete waste products. Understand the synonyms and terminology associated with kidney failure.
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