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kidney anatomy, renal failure, acute, kidney failure, kidney failure, acute, renal failure, arf, acute renal failure is sudden loss, the ability, the kidneys to excrete wastes, concentrate urine, conserve electrolytes, "acute" means sudden, "renal" refers, kidneys, kidneys filter wastes, excrete fluid by using the bloodstream's own natural pressure, numerous potential causes, kidneys, decreased blood flow, occur, is extremely low blood pressure, trauma, complicated surgery, septic shock, hemorrhage, burns, associated dehydration, severe, complicated illnesses, acute tubular necrosis, atn, occur, tissues aren't getting enough oxygen, the renal artery is blocked, narrowed, acute arterial occlusion, the kidney, renal artery stenosis, over-exposure to metals, solvents, radiographic contrast materials, certain antibiotics, medications, myoglobinuria, myoglobin, in the urine, rhabdomyolysis, alcohol abuse, a crush injury, tissue death of muscles from any cause, seizures, disorders, direct injury, kidney, infections acute pyelonephritis, septicemia, urinary tract obstruction, narrowing, the urinary tract, stricture, tumors, kidney stones, nephrocalcinosis, enlarged prostate, subsequent acute bilateral obstructive uropathy, severe acute nephritic syndrome, disorders, the blood, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, itp, transfusion reaction, hemolytic disorders, malignant hypertension, disorders resulting from childbirth, bleeding placenta abruptio, placenta previa, damage the kidneys, autoimmune disorders scleroderma, cause acute renal failure, in young children, hemolytic uremic syndrome, increasingly common cause of acute renal failure, a toxin-secreting bacterium, escherichia coli, found in contaminated undercooked meats, has been implicated, the cause of hemolytic uremic syndrome, decreased urine output, decreased urine volume, oliguria, no urine output, anuria, urination, excessive at night, types of renal failure, ankle, feet, leg swelling, generalized swelling, fluid retention, decrease in sensation, the hands, feet, decreased appetite, metallic taste in mouth, persistent hiccups, changes in mental status, mood, agitation, drowsiness, lethargy, delirium, confusion, coma, fluctuating mood, difficulty paying attention, attention deficit, hallucinations, sluggish, movements, seizures, hand tremor, nausea, vomiting, persist, morning sickness, vomiting blood, prolonged bleeding, bruising, stools, bloody, nosebleed, growth, child 0-5 years, flank pain, fatigue, ear noise/buzzing, breath odor, breast development in males, blood pressure, high, examination, testing, reveal acute renal failure, help rule out other disorders that affect kidney function, generalized swelling, fluid retention, a stethoscope, a heart murmur, sounds related to increased fluid volume heard, crackles heard, lungs, inflammation, the heart lining, pericarditis, a pericardial friction rub heard, a stethescope over the heart, lab values, change suddenly, a few days to 2 weeks, urinalysis abnormal, serum creatinine, increase by 2 mg/dl, over a 2-week period, creatinine clearance decreased, bun, increase suddenly, serum potassium levels increased, arterial blood gas, blood chemistries, metabolic acidosis, kidney, abdominal ultrasound, the best test, abdominal x-ray, abdominal ct scan, abdominal mri, reveal the cause of acute renal failure, kidney size, normal, slightly large, chemical tests of blood, urine, help to distinguish the causes, a clean catch urine specimen, indicate cause is infection, the urinary tract, renal angiography, renal arteriography, diagnose causes, the blood vessels, the kidney, tests, 25-hydroxy vitamin d, amylase, amylase, urine, ast, calcium, ionized, co2, creatinine, urine, esr, nerve conduction velocity, platelet aggregation test, protein electrophoresis, urine, rbc indices, rt3u, serum calcium, serum chloride, serum phosphorus, serum sodium, sodium, urine, t4, urea nitrogen, urine, uric acid, urinary casts, urine 24h volume, urine concentration test, urine ph, urine specific gravity, goal of treatment, identify, treat any reversible causes, the kidney failure, use of kidney-toxic medications, obstructive uropathy, volume depletion, treatment also focuses on preventing excess accumulation of fluids, wastes, allowing the kidneys to heal, gradually resume normal function, hospitalization, monitoring, fluid intake severely restricted to an amount equal, volume of urine produce, given specific dietary modifications to reduce build-up of toxins, handled by the kidneys, a diet plan high in carbohydrates, low in protein, salt, potassium, antibiotics, treat, prevent infection, diuretics, remove fluid, kidney, a major priority in treatment, control dangerous hyperkalemia, increased blood potassium levels, a variety of different medications used, iv, intravenous, calcium, glucose/insulin, oral, rectal administration of potassium exchange resin, kayexalate, dialysis, remove excess waste, fluids, often makes the person feel better, make the kidney failure easier to control, dialysis, frequently lifesaving, serum potassium is dangerously high, common symptoms that, require the use of dialysis include decreased mental status, pericarditis, increased potassium levels, total lack of urine production, fluid overload, uncontrolled accumulation of nitrogen waste products, serum creatinine > 10 mg/dl, bun > 120 mg/dl, stress of having an illness, helped by joining a support group where members share common experiences, kidney disease, support group, local hospital, dialysis center, have information regarding local support groups, acute renal failure is potentially life-threatening, require intensive treatment, reverses, several weeks to a few months, underlying cause has been treated, a few people, progress to chronic renal failure, end-stage renal disease, death, common, the kidney failure is related to surgery, trauma, it occurs, coexisting heart disease, lung disease, recent stroke, old age, infection, loss of blood, gi, gastrointestinal, tract, progression, the kidney failure also increase the risk of death, increased risk of infections, gastrointestinal loss of blood, chronic renal failure, end-stage renal disease, heart, nervous system, hypertension, high blood pressure, decreased urine output, symptoms indicate the possibility of acute renal failure, treating any causative disorders, prevent acute renal failure, many cases, not be preventable.