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What does AKI stand for?
What does AKI stand for?
- Advanced Kidney Infection
- Acute Kidney Injury (correct)
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Advanced Kidney Insult
AKI involves a decrease in what kidney function?
AKI involves a decrease in what kidney function?
- Nutrient Absorption
- Hormone Production
- Glomerular Filtration (correct)
- Acid Secretion
Which of the following is a sign/symptom of AKI?
Which of the following is a sign/symptom of AKI?
- Dehydration
- Increased Urine Output
- Hypokalemia
- Edema (correct)
Anemia is a sign of AKI because the kidneys produce what hormone?
Anemia is a sign of AKI because the kidneys produce what hormone?
What electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with AKI?
What electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with AKI?
Changes in LOC (level of consciousness) in AKI are due to the buildup of what?
Changes in LOC (level of consciousness) in AKI are due to the buildup of what?
Seizures may occur in AKI due to the imbalance of what?
Seizures may occur in AKI due to the imbalance of what?
Which of the following is NOT typically a direct symptom of AKI?
Which of the following is NOT typically a direct symptom of AKI?
Glomerular filtration primarily refers to what?
Glomerular filtration primarily refers to what?
In AKI, the kidneys' inability to regulate potassium can directly lead to what condition?
In AKI, the kidneys' inability to regulate potassium can directly lead to what condition?
Flashcards
AKI (Acute Kidney Injury)
AKI (Acute Kidney Injury)
A sudden decrease in kidney function, specifically glomerular filtration.
AKI signs and symptoms
AKI signs and symptoms
Edema (swelling), anemia (low red blood cells), hyperkalemia (high potassium), changes in level of consciousness, seizures.
Study Notes
- AKI stands for acute kidney injury
- AKI involves a decrease in glomerular filtration, which is a key function of the kidneys
- Signs and symptoms of AKI include edema (swelling due to fluid retention)
- Another symptom is anemia, a condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood
- Hyperkalemia, an elevated level of potassium in the blood, is also a sign
- Changes in the level of consciousness (LOC) can occur
- Seizures may occur as a symptom of AKI
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