Acute Kidney Failure

Acute Kidney Failure ( 49 Questions)

A nurse is caring for a client with acute renal failure. What medical condition in the client's history increases the risk of prerenal acute renal failure?


Correct Answer: A

A) Correct. Dehydration is a significant risk factor for prerenal acute renal failure. Insufficient fluid intake or excessive fluid loss (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea) can lead to decreased blood volume and decreased blood flow to the kidneys, impairing kidney function.

B) Incorrect. A UTI can cause kidney injury but is not specifically associated with prerenal acute renal failure.

C) Incorrect. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a risk factor for the development of intrinsic acute renal failure, but it is not directly related to prerenal causes.

D) Incorrect. Diabetes mellitus is a risk factor for chronic kidney disease, but it is not a specific risk factor for prerenal acute renal failure.




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