RENAL LABS 🧪
What is the normal BUN range?
10-20 mg/dL
This type of AKI is caused by decreased kidney perfusion.
prerenal AKI
The two most common causes of CKD
HTN and diabetes
This dialysis access is preferred due to lower infection risk.
AV fistula
The normal creatinine range is
0.6-1.3 mg/dL
Nephrotoxic drugs and prolonged ischemia cause this type of AKI.
intrarenal AKI
GFR less than 15 mL/min indicates this stage of kidney disease.
stage 5
This assessment confirms AV fistula patency.
checking for a bruit and thrill
This lab reflects overall kidney function and should be greater than 90 mL/min.
GFR
Give an example of what could cause postrenal AKI
BPH
Kidney Stones
peaked T waves and wide QRS
signs and symptoms of peritonitis
cloudy effulent
abd pain
fever
fibrin in tubing
N/V
What medication excretes potassium through stool
Kayexalate
What common infection can cause intrarenal AKI
glomulonephritis
Accumulation of waste products in CKD leading to nausea and confusion is called this.
uremia
which dialysis access is at the highest risk of infection and why
CVC due to location and external
This lab is most sensitive to changes in kidney function and rises with decreased filtration.
Creatinine
name 3 nephrotoxic drugs
mycin abx
metformin
antivirals
chemo drugs
ace & arbs
diuretics
what medication is used in treatment of anemia is CKD
Epogen
What are three indications that dialysis may be needed
Refractory hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis, and fluid overload