Saddleback College Nursing N172 Renal Obstructive Disorders/GU CA Quiz Prep Questions and Answers Grade A
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Course
N172
Institution
N172
What is hydronephrosis?
A condition characterized by excess fluid in a kidney due to a backup
of urine
Biggest risk factor (2) for development of kidney stones
dehydration / inadequate fluid intake & sedentary lifestyle
why? --> urine becomes highly concentrated, minerals deposit in t...
✓ -flank pain so severe resulting in N/V (severe cases)
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✓ -dull, aching flank pain (more mild cases)
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✓ -Blood in urine (hematuria) (may be microscopic)
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✓ -Pain during urination
1st priority of kidney stone tx?
✓ Pain management
A stone of ___ size is most often safe to pass (no surgery)
✓ 2 mm or less
Common medications provided for pain control in kidney stone pts (3)
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