The nurse is caring for a patient who is recovering from septic shock. While in the ICU, the patient developed renal failure. The nurse recognizes which type of renal failure the patient most likely developed?
A) Prerenal
B) Renal
C) Postrenal
D) Mixed

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Prerenal failure occurs as a result of reduction in blood flow to the kidneys, which would occur with septic shock. Causes of prerenal failure include dehydration, vascular collapse, and low cardiac output. Structural issues with the kidneys, from primary glomerular diseases or vascular lesions, result in renal failure. Postrenal failure is related to a mechanical or functional obstruction of the flow of urine.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Recovering