Nephrology Flashcards
1
Q
How do you treat AKI?
A
Normal Saline, Furosemide.
2
Q
How to prevent contrast induced kidney damage?
A
IV isotonic saline or sodium bicarbonate. Begin 6-12 hours before procedure
Acetylcysteine
3
Q
When should you reevaluate kidney function after administering radio contrast to assess for development of contrast-associated nephropathy?
A
24 hours
4
Q
How do you treat peritoneal dialysis related peritonitis?
A
Administer intraperitoneal. Vancomycin or 1st gen cephalosporin and 3rd gen cephalosporin or aminoglycoside
5
Q
How often do you monitor ESA therapy in dialysis anemia?
A
2-4 weeks. If goes up more than 25% in 4 weeks reduce dose by half, if doesn’t go up to at least 25% after 4 weeks then adjust.
6
Q
Which iron product requires a test dose?
A
Iron Dextran
