Acute Kidney Injury

In this episode we dive into the urgent world of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)—a rapid decline in renal function that nurses must recognize early to prevent serious complications. Whether AKI develops in the ICU, med-surg floor, or emergency department, this episode helps you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and how to respond.

You’ll learn:

• The pathophysiology and causes of prerenal, intrarenal, and postrenal AKI
• How to identify early warning signs through labs, urine output, and fluid balance
• Nursing roles in fluid management, electrolyte monitoring, and renal replacement therapy
• Preventive strategies and nursing interventions to reduce progression and improve outcomes
• Case-based scenarios that bring AKI to life at the bedside

From lab interpretation to patient advocacy, this episode equips you with the critical thinking skills to protect kidney function and support recovery.

💧 Perfect for: Nursing students preparing for exams, clinicals, or renal-focused care plans in med-surg and critical care settings.