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Acute Kidney Injury Definition

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Which of the following is NOT a common cause of Acute Kidney Injury?

Vascular Occlusion

High blood pressure

Diabetes

Prolonged use of antibiotics (correct)

What is the core function of the kidneys that is compromised in Acute Kidney Injury?

Elimination of excess salts, fluids, and waste materials from the blood (correct)

Production of insulin

Regulation of body temperature

Digestion of lipids

Which sign or symptom is NOT typically associated with Acute Kidney Injury?

Swelling due to fluid retention

Decreased urinary output

Headache (correct)

Nausea

What is an important aspect of the assessment for Acute Kidney Injury according to the text?

Examining the urine for colors, specific gravity, and other components Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can be a consequence of Acute Kidney Injury according to the text?

Electrolyte imbalance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of prerenal acute kidney injury (AKI)?

Conditions leading to decreased blood flow to the kidneys Signup and view all the answers

Which type of acute kidney injury (AKI) involves damage to the kidney tissue itself?

Intrinsic AKI Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of intrinsic AKI?

Acute tubular necrosis Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the 'Risk' stage of acute kidney injury (AKI)?

Increased risk of developing AKI Signup and view all the answers

At which stage of acute kidney injury (AKI) do the kidneys exhibit an inability to effectively filter?

'Failure' stage Signup and view all the answers