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Basic Concepts of Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy

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uraemic encephalopathy<br />

renal replacement therapy<br />

uraemic pericarditis<br />

renal replacement therapy<br />

Medication management<br />

In patients with AKI it is important to identify medications that are<br />

normally metabolised <strong>and</strong>/or excreted by the kidneys, <strong>and</strong> either avoid<br />

or make appropriate dose adjustments. Common examples include:<br />

penicillins<br />

cephalosporins<br />

vancomycin<br />

morphine (metabolites will accumulate)<br />

low molecular weight heparin<br />

If the patient is hypotensive there should be a low threshold for withholding<br />

antihypertensive therapy which will only exacerbate renal<br />

hypoperfusion. Common examples include:<br />

angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors<br />

angiotensin receptor blockers<br />

diuretics<br />

Nephrotoxic medications should be avoided if possible (unless lifesaving)<br />

<strong>and</strong> include:<br />

non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)<br />

gentamicin<br />

amphotericin<br />

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