Acute Renal Tubular Necrosis

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (56 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Pharmacology Credits

0.5

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

1 Jan 2023

Last Review Date

4 Jul 2023

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2024

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

The most common intrinsic cause of acute kidney injury is acute tubular necrosis. Acute tubular necrosis is most common in hospitalized patients and can occur following ischemia, exposure to toxins, or sepsis. Acute tubular necrosis is associated with high morbidity and mortality. This activity reviews the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of acute tubular necrosis, and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in caring for patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Describe the four clinical phases of acute tubular necrosis.
  • Explain how to evaluate a patient for acute tubular necrosis.
  • Explain how to manage a patient with acute tubular necrosis.
  • Explain the importance of well-coordinated interprofessional teamwork in managing patients with acute tubular necrosis.
  • Outline the pharmacologic therapy as it applies to Acute Renal Tubular Necrosis

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