A patient has presented with signs and symptoms that are characteristic of acute kidney injury, but preliminary assessment reveals no obvious risk factors for this health problem
The nurse should recognize the need to interview the patient about what topic?
A) Typical diet
B) Allergy status
C) Psychosocial stressors
D) Current medication use
Ans: D
Feedback:
The kidneys are susceptible to the adverse effects of medications because they are repeatedly exposed to substances in the blood. Nephrotoxic medications are a more likely cause of AKI than diet, allergies, or stress.
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