Acute Kidney Injury Evaluation and Management

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What is the main defining feature of acute kidney injury (AKI)?

  • Reduction in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) (correct)
  • Increased white blood cell count
  • Decreased red blood cell count
  • Elevated platelet count

Which group of patients is at a greater risk for developing AKI?

  • Young individuals below 30 years
  • Patients with liver disease (correct)
  • Individuals with no comorbid conditions
  • Athletes with high muscle mass

What are the common symptoms associated with AKI?

  • Decreased urine output and dark urine color (correct)
  • Skin rash and hives
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Headache and blurred vision

Which of the following conditions is NOT listed as a risk factor for AKI?

<p>Hypertension (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of AKI on mortality rate compared to patients without AKI?

<p>Fivefold increased mortality rate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common indication for renal replacement therapy in acute kidney injury?

<p>Fluid overload unresponsive to medical treatment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of treating pre-renal acute kidney injury?

<p>Correcting volume depletion and/or renal perfusion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should serial measurement of serum creatinine concentration show in acute kidney injury?

<p>Rising levels each day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is renal ultrasound used in the diagnosis of acute kidney injury?

<p>To rule out postrenal AKI and assess kidney morphology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for nursing care in patients with acute kidney injury?

<p>Using daily weights to track fluid loss or gain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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