AKI/CKD
This symptom, characterized by reduced urine output, is a common sign of acute kidney injury.
What is oliguria?
This procedure removes waste and extra fluids from the blood using an AV fistula when the kidneys are not functioning properly, and can be performed either in a healthcare facility or at home.
What is hemodialysis?
This condition is characterized by deep, constant pain in the belly area or side, back pain, and a bruit in the peri-umbilical area
What is a AAA?
This life-threatening complication of an abdominal aortic aneurysm involves the rupture of the aneurysm, leading to severe internal bleeding.
What is aneurysm rupture?
High blood pressure, smoking, and diabetes are all risk factors for this condition
What is a stroke?!
At this stage, the GFR is less than 15, indicating kidney failure
What is Stage 5 CKD?
This serious complication of peritoneal dialysis involves an infection of the abdominal cavity's lining and can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, fever, and cloudy dialysis fluid.
What is peritonitis?
This condition may present with symptoms such as chest pain, back pain, cough, shortness of breath, and a weak, scratchy voice.
What is a TAA?
Symptoms of aortic dissection.
What are sudden severe chest or upper back pain described as a tearing or ripping sensation, along with shortness of breath and symptoms similar to a stroke?
This medication, often referred to as a "clot-buster," is used to treat ischemic stroke if given within a certain time frame.
What is tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)?
This type of acute kidney injury is caused by factors that reduce blood flow to the kidneys, such as dehydration, heart failure, or severe blood loss.
What is prerenal AKI?
This type of dialysis is used in the ICU for patients with acute kidney injury and is performed continuously over 24 hours to gently remove waste and fluid.
What is continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)?
This surgical procedure involves placing a graft inside the aorta to reinforce the weakened area and prevent rupture.
What is endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR)?
Bruising around the navel and bruising of the flanks, indicating internal bleeding
What are Cullen's sign (navel) and Grey Turner's sign (flanks)?
This type of stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks or narrows an artery leading to the brain.
What is an ischemic stroke?
This type of acute kidney injury is caused by direct damage to the kidneys due to conditions such as glomerulonephritis, acute tubular necrosis, or exposure to nephrotoxic agents.
What is intrarenal AKI?
The complications associated with kidney transplants
What are organ rejection, infection, CVD, cancer, CKD recurrence?
This involves teaching patients about the importance of regular monitoring, lifestyle changes such as smoking cessation and healthy diet, recognizing symptoms of rupture, and adhering to prescribed medications.
What is nursing education for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
This life-threatening condition involves a tear in the ascending aorta, often requiring emergency surgery due to the high risk of complications like cardiac tamponade, aortic regurgitation, and stroke.
What is a type A aortic dissection?
This type of stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, causing bleeding into or around the brain tissue
What is a hemorrhagic stroke?
This type of acute kidney injury is caused by an obstruction of urine flow, which can be due to conditions such as kidney stones, tumors, or an enlarged prostate
What is postrenal AKI?
This common complication of hemodialysis involves a sudden drop in blood pressure, leading to symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and fainting.
What is hypotension?
This condition involves the weakening and dilation of the abdominal aorta wall, often due to atherosclerosis, leading to a risk of rupture if left untreated.
What is a AAA?
This condition involves a tear in the descending aorta, often managed with medications to control blood pressure and pain, with surgery reserved for complications like malperfusion or aneurysm formation.
What is a type B aortic dissection?
This medication, used to treat ischemic stroke, is contraindicated in patients with a history of intracranial hemorrhage, uncontrolled hypertension, or recent major surgery.
What is tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)?