Causes of Acute Renal Failure: Pre-renal Etiology

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What is a possible cause of decreased blood supply to the kidneys due to hypovolemia?

  • Increased blood pressure
  • Excessive fluid intake
  • Sepsis
  • Fluid loss (correct)

What is a type of medication that can cause renal vasoconstriction?

  • Antibiotics
  • Angiotensin enzymes inhibitors (correct)
  • Beta blockers
  • Diuretics

What is a reason for obstruction of blood vessels in the kidneys?

  • Thrombosis or embolism in renal blood vessels (correct)
  • Diabetes
  • Hypervolemia
  • Hypotension

What is a shock state that can lead to hypotension and decreased blood supply to the kidneys?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of acute kidney failure due to pre-renal etiology?

<p>Hypovolemia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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