From Onset to Outcome: Acute Kidney Injury Insights for Healthcare Professionals

Course overview

Acute kidney injury represents a complex clinical challenge, demanding swift diagnosis, interdisciplinary collaboration, and thoughtful therapeutic intervention. A thorough understanding of the diagnosis and management of acute kidney injury is critical to ensure optimal patient outcomes. It is vital for healthcare providers, including pharmacists and staff, to thoroughly understand the pathophysiology, etiology, and management of acute kidney injury. Additionally, healthcare providers should be familiar with ways to engage in the collaborative care of a patient presenting with acute kidney injury. This monograph will discuss the pathophysiology of acute kidney injury, methods by which to detect acute kidney injury, and modalities for prevention and treatment. Information regarding patient education and collaborative care strategies will be discussed.