General Questions Flashcards
Stage 2 Mild Renal Impairment is defined as what?
60-89mLs/ min
GFR of 60-89mLs/min
What GFR defines moderatly reduced kidney function?
30-45 mLs/min
What does the Cockroft and Gault calculation measure?
Estimated creatinine clearance rate
Aldosterone excess is frequently associated with which of hyperkalaemia or hypokalaemia?
Hypokalaemia
(Promotes sodium retention to raise BP)
Aldosterone is a mineralocorticoid
What is Conn’s syndrome?
Excess of mineralocorticoid activity (primary hyperaldosteronism)
HTN/ Blurred vision/ Headaches/ Muscle Weakness/ Excessive urination
What are the 4 key features of intestinal obstruction?
Vommiting, colic, distension, constipation
How do you distinguish between large and small bowel on AXR?
Large bowel haustra do not cross lumen width!
Define Hydronephrosis?
Swelling of kidneys when urine flow is obstructed. Can also involve ureters (Ureterohydronephrosis)
If you suspect a hypofunctioning gland what is the best way to investigate it?
Stimulate the gland
