The nurse is explaining the RIFLE classification of kidney injury to a student. Which options are included in this system? (Select all that apply.)
A.
End-stage kidney disease
B.
Failure to concentrate urine
C.
Injury to the kidney
D.
Loss of protein in the urine
E.
Risk of renal dysfunction
ANS: A, C, E
RIFLE stands for risk of renal dysfunction, injury to the kidney, failure of the kidney, loss of kidney function, and end-stage kidney disease.
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