What are two major causes of acute tubular necrosis? 2. What are some key findings suggesting ATN? 3. If basement membrane remains intact what can occur allowing return to normal function?

How do you remember renal physiology?
Use the mnemonic, A WET BED: A) maintenance of ACID-base balance; W) maintenance of WATER balance; E) balance of ELECTROLYTES; T) removal of TOXINS; B) control of BLOOD pressure; E) production of ERYTHROPOIETIN; and D) metabolism of vitamin D.