In some patients, recovery from acute kidney injury begins with a period of ____, in which large amounts of fluid are excreted.

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Diuresis is the process of increased urine production and is often the first sign of recovering from acute kidney injury. During diuresis, large amounts of fluid are excreted, which helps to flush out any toxins and waste products that have accumulated in the body. Catabolism refers to the breakdown of molecules in the body, uremia is a condition that occurs when the kidneys are unable to filter waste products from the blood, and oliguria is a decrease in urine output. None of these options accurately describe the process of recovery from acute kidney injury.

In Some Patients, Recovery from Acute Kidney Injury Begins with a Period