What do the BUN and creatinine tell you about her renal function and volume status?
What will be an ideal response?
The BUN rises with dehydration and decreases with fluid overload. The creatinine reflects the
filtration function of the kidneys and their ability to handle the fluid challenge. B.K.'s BUN and
creatinine are both elevated, which might reflect dehydration.
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