15 Questions
What is the primary cause of decreased Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) in malnutrition?
Reduction in body water and circulating blood volume
How can the inability to concentrate urine or low urine osmolality be reversed in malnourished individuals?
Increasing protein intake
What is the primary carrier of acid (H+) in urine?
Urinary phosphate
In individuals with low phosphorus intake, what happens to the phosphate filtered through the kidney?
It is reabsorbed to conserve body phosphate pools
How can acidosis be corrected in malnourished patients?
Infusion of phosphate
What should a malnourished patient do to reverse the effects on renal function?
Take adequate amount of protein
What is the characteristic of acute renal failure (ARF)?
Characterized by a temporary reduction in GFR and an alteration in the kidney's ability to excrete metabolic wastes
What is the duration of acute renal failure (ARF)?
A few days to weeks
What dietary issue arises in acute renal failure (ARF)?
Inability to efficiently use dietary protein, amino acids, and energy substrates
What are common complications of chronic renal failure (CRF)?
Over hydration, edema, hypertension, and congestive heart failure
What is the description of chronic kidney disease stage 4?
Severe reduction of eGFR
What is Uremia?
Urine in blood
Why might parenteral or enteral nutrition solutions be used for patients with acute renal failure?
To improve the use of amino acids and prevent fatty acid deficiency
What happens to GFR in chronic renal failure?
Gradually declines
What are the symptoms experienced by patients with chronic renal failure?
Fatigue, weakness, muscle twitch, cramp, decreased mental ability
Explore the reversible effects of malnutrition on renal function, including decreased glomerular filtration rate and the inability to concentrate urine. Learn how these effects can be reversed or corrected through increased salt and water intake.
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