Complications of AKI

Question 1

Complications associated with AKI depend on the

severity of AKI and other associated conditions. T or F?

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Mild to moderate AKI

may be entirely asymptomatic, particularly early in the course. T or F?

Answer 2

T.

Question 3

Give the 10 complications of AKI (Harrisons 2oth ed)

Answer 3

UHHH- AHB- ICM

• Uremia
• Hypervolemia & Hypovolemia
• Hyponatremia
• Hyperkalemia
• Acidosis
• Hyperphosphatemia & Hypocalcemia
• Bleeding
• Infections
• Cardiac complications
• Malnutrition

Question 4

Hallmark of AKI wherein BUN is markedly increased manifesting as change in mental status and bleeding

Answer 4

Uremia

Question 5

What’s the toxic level of BUN in the blood?

Answer 5

> 100 mg/dL