#1027 Renal Disease in Clinical Practice (15 Credits/Hours)

(15 Credits/Hours)

Launch Date: August 5, 2025
Expires: August 31, 2027

Course Overview

This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and skills for understanding, diagnosing, and managing renal diseases. Students will explore the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic approaches, and treatment strategies for various kidney disorders.

Table of Contents

1. Renal Anatomy and Physiology Fundamentals
2. Pathophysiology of Kidney Disease
3. Clinical Assessment and Physical Examination
4. Diagnostic Testing and Laboratory Interpretation
5. Acute Kidney Injury: Recognition and Management
6. Chronic Kidney Disease: Staging and Progression
7. Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Treatment Approaches
8. Advanced Complications and Renal Replacement Therapy

Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of normal kidney structure and function
• Identify key pathophysiological mechanisms underlying various renal diseases
• Perform systematic clinical assessments of patients with suspected kidney disease
• Interpret relevant diagnostic tests and laboratory findings accurately
• Recognize and manage acute kidney injury in clinical settings
• Develop appropriate management plans for patients with chronic kidney disease
• Select and implement evidence-based treatment strategies
• Evaluate indications for advanced interventions including dialysis and transplantation