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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

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What would be risk factors for the development of contrast induced Nephrotoxicity?
  1. A diagnosis of hepatic failure
  2. A diagnosis of diabetes mellitus
  3. A diagnosis of acute respiratory distress syndrome
  4. A diagnosis of gastrointestinal bleeding and hypertension
Explanation
Answer: B - The diagnosis that would be the greatest risk factor for the development of induced Nephrotoxicity is Diabetes Mellitus. Patients with diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney diseased should have their blood, urea, nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels assessed before taking contrast for diagnostic studies.
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