The client with substance use disorder was found unconscious after overdosing on heroin 2 days prior. Because of prolonged pressure on the muscles the client has developed myoglobinuria, causing which complication?

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Answer:

Obstruction of the renal tubules with myoglobin and damage tubular cells

Explanation:

Myoglobinuria is usually the result of the muscle destruction. Any process which can result in the interference of the muscle activity can lead to myoglobnuria.

It is usually associtaed with the increased level of the creatine kinase, lactate dehydrogenase and many other enzymes.

When it is passes from the renal tubules causes obstruction and acute kidney injury.