Explore a comprehensive 31-minute lecture on Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) treatment and management, tailored for USMLE and NEETPG preparation. Delve into the KDIGO classification and staging of AKI, emergency referral criteria, and indications for dialysis. Learn about the role of loop diuretics, medications to discontinue, eGFR calculation, and contrast-induced injury. Master volume assessment techniques, management of electrolyte imbalances like hyperkalemia and hyperphosphatemia, and approaches to metabolic acidosis. Gain insights on nutrition in AKI patients and review a practical checklist for comprehensive care. Enhance your understanding of nephrology with this step-by-step guide to AKI management in emergency departments and hospital wards.
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Treatment and Management - Stepwise Approach
MedNerd - Dr. Waqas Fazal via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
KDIGO Definition
AKI Staging
Emergency Referal Criteria
Indications of Dialysis
Loop Diuretics Role
Stop these medications
eGFR Calculation
Contrast Induced Injury
Volume Assessment
Hyperkalemia
Hyperphosphatemia Treatment'
Metabolic Acidosis
Nutrition
Checklist
In summary
Taught by
MedNerd - Dr. Waqas Fazal
