What major complication of TLS is H.J. at risk for and why?
What will be an ideal response?
Because his uric acid, BUN, and creatinine levels are elevated, H.J. is at risk for experiencing acute
kidney injury leading to renal failure. Because the kidneys cannot excrete the excess uric acid, it
begins to precipitate in the kidneys, resulting in uric acid nephropathy and subsequent kidney
injury.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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