Importance of the Nephrologist in Teaching AKI

Background: Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is associated with high mortality and morbidity, and the cost of treating patients with AKI is substantial. However, there are currently several challenges in early recognition. One of them is the concepts that should be taught from basic science to postgraduate medical students. The use of new tools to teach AKI definition and early recognition is important for improving healthcare and medical practice. Methods: We conducted a survey in 321 participants, that included medical students, general practitioners, and those with different specialties. This survey was able through google forms we evaluated the knowledge of AKI with the next questions. Which of the following classifications is correct for defining acute kidney injury? How is acute kidney injury defined? What is considered the first cause of acute kidney injury? Which of the following parameters tells us about acute deterioration of renal function? What is considered to be the first cause of acute kidney injury? Which of the following parameters tells us about acute deterioration of renal function? Do you consider urinary sediment to be a diagnostic tool for acute kidney injury? Do you consider this a risk factor for the development of acute kidney injury? Results: The most relevant findings were in risk factors, in which the poll had more opportunities to grow because they did not associate premature birth and preeclampsia with 64% and 46.7%, respectively, 30.8% did not think that urine sediment is a diagnostic tool, about the classification the poll uses KDIGO in the 69.1%, AKIN in 18.6%, and RIFLE in 5.9%. Conclusion: There has been a growth in the knowledge of AKI, but there is still work to be done in teaching the risk factors and diagnostic tools. We must also reinforce correct classification using technology and educational meetings or conferences.