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Acute Kidney Failure
Acute Kidney Failure ( 49 Questions)
Incorrect. Elevated blood pressure is not typically an initial assessment finding in acute renal failure. In fact, it is more common to see low blood pressure (hypotension) due to decreased blood flow to the kidneys.
Correct. One of the hallmark manifestations of acute renal failure is decreased urine output (oliguria) or even no urine output (anuria). This is often accompanied by low blood pressure as a result of decreased kidney function.
Incorrect. Acute renal failure usually leads to changes in blood pressure and urine output. Stable blood pressure and urine output are not typical initial assessment findings in this condition.
Incorrect. High blood sugar levels and frequent urination are not directly related to acute renal failure. These symptoms are more characteristic of diabetes mellitus.
A) Incorrect. Elevated blood pressure is not typically an initial assessment finding in acute renal failure. In fact, it is more common to see low blood pressure (hypotension) due to decreased blood flow to the kidneys.
B) Correct. One of the hallmark manifestations of acute renal failure is decreased urine output (oliguria) or even no urine output (anuria). This is often accompanied by low blood pressure as a result of decreased kidney function.
C) Incorrect. Acute renal failure usually leads to changes in blood pressure and urine output. Stable blood pressure and urine output are not typical initial assessment findings in this condition.
D) Incorrect. High blood sugar levels and frequent urination are not directly related to acute renal failure. These symptoms are more characteristic of diabetes mellitus.