Renal Impairment Flashcards
1
Q
Background information
A
Patient details including height, weight, ethnic origin, sex
U&Es, serum creatinine, eGFR - most recent. Are they stable or changing. Is renal impairment acute or chronic. Is it suspected to be drug induced if so which drugs are suspected
Is patient on RRT if so how often and what type
2
Q
Enquiries about dosage or suitability of a drug in renal impairment ask
A
Indication for drug and if alternatives have been considered
Agent normally used if patient doesn’t have renal impairment
Is patient currently taking drug
