Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
The nurse is collecting data on a patient admitted for symptoms of renal insufficiency. Which factor will cause the nurse to suspect prerenal injury?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Impaired blood flow to the kidneys is the hallmark of prerenal injury. Prerenal injuries are caused by conditions that reduce renal perfusion, such as dehydration, heart failure, or shock.