The sediment in acute renal failure and acute tubular necrosis is often
A) normal.
B) a few casts.
C) muddy-brown granular casts.
D) clear, crystalline.
C
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1. Use professional terminology and provide the patient with detailed information. 2. Use simple language and explain in other terms if the patient does not seem to understand. 3. Provide minimal information so the patient is not overwhelmed. 4. Discuss issues primarily with the family because the patient is unlikely to understand the information.