Nephro Flashcards
1
Q
Absolute indications for initiating dialysis?
A
- eGFR < 7
- Symptomatic uraemia
- Uraemic pericarditis
- Uraemic bleeding
- Uraemic neuropathy
- Uraemic-related malnutrition
- Refractory metabolic acidosis/hyperkalaemia
- Fluid overload refractory to medical treatment
- Hypertension resistant to medical treatment
2
Q
Indices suggestive of malnutrition?
A
- Plasma albumin < 35
- Total cholesterol < 3.9
- Transferrin < 200
- Dietary protein intake < 0.8g/kg/day
- Weight loss
