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SL22108 - Special Patient Groups and Surgery - Pharmacokinetics > Lecture 1 - Physiological Implications in PK and Dose adjustments - Renal Disease > Flashcards

Lecture 1 - Physiological Implications in PK and Dose adjustments - Renal Disease Flashcards

1
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Name the 4 key functions of the kidney

A

Regulate body fluids
Electrolyte balance
Drug excretion
Remove metabolic waste

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Name the common causes of kidney failure

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Pyelonephritis
HTN
Diabetes mellitus
Nephroallergens
Nephrotoxic drugs/ metals
Hypovolemia

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Name the 2 types of renal impairment

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Acute
Chronic

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What does ClCr measure?

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Measures the degree of renal impairment

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SL22108 - Special Patient Groups and Surgery - Pharmacokinetics (14 decks)

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