Chronic Renal Failure Flashcards
1
Q
Is chronic renal failure reversible?
A
no, there is permanent damage to the kidneys
2
Q
What are the three stages of chronic renal failure?
A
1) diminished renal reserve
2) renal insufficiency
3) renal failure
3
Q
How is diminished renal reserve characterized?
A
- GFR
4
Q
How is renal insufficiency characterized?
A
GFR 20-50% of normal
5
Q
How is renal failure characterized?
A
- GFR under 20% of normal, but some urine produced
- end stage GFR is under 5%
