Assignment task:
A 23-year-old male felt puffy, weak, and tired for several months. He suddenly noticed his urine had a red to brown discoloration and the volume was minimal. He went to the emergency room of a nearby hospital and the following data were obtained upon examination and testing:
Hematology
Serum sodium 125 mEq/L
Serum potassium 6 mEq/L
Serum creatinine 2.6 mg/dL
BUN 24.0 mg/dL
pH (arterial) 7.32
Hematocrit 25%
Urinalysis: Appearance
Red to brown
Specific gravity 1.025
Blood Positive
Glucose Negative
Protein Mild
Renal Function Tests
GFR (glomerular filtration rate) 40 mL/min
RBF (renal blood flow) 280 mL/min
Prepare a Word document in which you answer the following questions in detail:
What is the disorder of this individual?
What situation(s) predispose an individual to this disorder?
Define hyponatremia and hyperkalemia.
What is the cause of hyponatremia and hyperkalemia?
Why is there blood in the urine?
How do the renal function tests for this individual compare to normal?
What caused the puffy feeling? Want Assignment Help?
What type of treatment does this person need?
Is this person a candidate for kidney dialysis? Explain your answer.