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What is a possible cause of decreased blood supply to the kidneys due to hypovolemia?
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?
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?
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?
What is a shock state that can lead to hypotension and decreased blood supply to the kidneys?
What is a possible cause of acute kidney failure due to pre-renal etiology?
What is a possible cause of acute kidney failure due to pre-renal etiology?