17 Questions
What is the primary cause of Post-Renal AKI?
BPH
What is the primary goal of treatment for volume overload in CKD patients?
Reduce sodium intake
What is the treatment for hyperkalemia in CKD patients?
Potassium restriction
What is the stage of CKD characterized by an eGFR of 15-29 mL/min/1.73m²?
G4: 15-29
What is the primary treatment for metabolic acidosis in CKD patients?
Bicarbonate supplementation
What is the primary goal of ESA therapy in CKD patients?
Increase hemoglobin levels
Which of the following is a cause of Pre-Renal Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)?
Hypovolemia
What is the characteristic urine feature in Pre-Renal Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)?
High urine osmolality and specific gravity
What is used to calculate CrCl if the actual body weight is greater than the ideal body weight by more than 25%?
Adjusted Body weight
What is the primary complication of phosphorus retention in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
Hypocalcemia
What is the diagnostic criterion for Acute Renal Failure (Acute Kidney Injury)?
Scr ↑ by 0.3 mg/dL within 48 hours
What is the primary goal of non-emergency potassium removal from the body?
To remove excess potassium
What is the characteristic laboratory feature of Renal Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)?
BUN/Cr ratio ≤ 15
What is the urinary albumin excretion rate for Albuminuria Stage A2?
30-300 mg/day
What is the Child-Pugh classification used for?
Classification of Cirrhosis
What is the definition of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)?
eGFR < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 or urinary albumin excretion of ≥ 30 mg/day for > 3 months
What is the characteristic urine feature in Renal Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)?
Low urine osmolality and specific gravity
Test your knowledge of Post-Renal AKI, its causes and resolution, as well as CKD stages and complications. Learn about the effects of BPH on the urinary tract and the importance of eGFR in diagnosing renal failure.
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