Which of the following describes acute renal failure? 

A. Kidneys slowly lose function
B. Commonly caused by high blood pressure or diabetes
C. Can result from poisons and/or alcohol abuse
D. Surgical repair of obstructions may correct failure
E. Can be caused by nervous system disorders


C. Can result from poisons and/or alcohol abuse
Acute kidney (renal) failure has many causes and risk factors, including various poisons and alcohol abuse.

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