Differential of dysuria Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is nephrolithiasis? - renal calculi (kidney stones) How does Renal calculi form? - formed d/t elevated levels of minerals in the body What minerals in excess can cause renal calculi? - calcium oxalate (most common), phosphate uric acid struvite cystine Urolithiasis - stone in the bladder Ureterolithiasis - condition of stones in the ureter Risk Factor & complications of renal calculi - -Male, 20-50yo, previous stones, obesity, HTN, diabetes, low fluid intake. -complications of ...

A patient is seen in the clinic with a chief complaint of hematuria. To make a differential diagnosis, which of the following questions should be asked? A. “Do you have a history of liver disease?” B. “What medications are you currently taking?” C. “Have you noticed swelling in your ankles?” D. “Do you have an autoimmune condition?” ANS: B PTS: 1 2. The result of the patient’s 24-hour urine for protein was 4.2 g/day. The clinician should take which of the following acti...

What are potential causes of chronic infection/UTI? -obstructions -antibiotic-resistant bacteria ---- presence of multiple strains of bacteria What additional HPI questions would you want to ask a patient with urinary complaints (dyuria, urgency, etc.)? -fever -N/V -Pain (abdominal, pelvic, back) -LMP -Contraceptive use -Sexual partners -hygeine habits -Vaginal discharge/irritation -hx of UTIs What are possible differential diagnosis of dysuria? -Usually bladder problem -UTI -Pyleo...

APEA 3P EXAM PREP2 –SEXUAL HEALTH WITH RATIONALE A 24-year-old female presents with abdominal pain. What additional finding supports a diagnosis of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)? Dysuria Vaginal discharge Positive RPR Cervical motion tenderness - D. PID is difficult to diagnose and often goes unrecognized because of the varied presenting signs and symptoms in women who have it. Delay in diagnosis contributes to inflammatory sequelae in the upper reproductive tract. Consequen...

Is it recc to test prepubescent girl for Group A strep who present with vulvovaginitis? - Yes, this is a common cause for that age group What are other causes of vulvovaginitis in prepubescent girls? - Nonspecific causes like irritants (perfumes, abuse) Pin worms Group A What is the first line tx for vulvovaginitis? - Hygiene Start with the lowest intervention Look at causes like new clothes worn without being washed, new soap/detergent Encourage gentle cleansing with water only What b...

As you obtain historical information regarding your patient, you note that the patient's presentation and responses are very similar to several patient complaints you have treated in the past. Integrating this information from past experience to this current experience is known as: - Pattern recognition In which situation has the threat to your personal safety been reduced most significantly? - A barking dog has been secured in a kennel in the yard. You evaluate the patient's environment ...

The effectiveness of benzodiazepines in treating anxiety disorders suggests that which of the following neurotransmitters plays a role in anxiety? - Answer-Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) The criteria for diagnosing generalized anxiety disorder in the American Psychiatric Associations Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (text revision) state that excessive worry or apprehension must be present more days than not for at least? - Answer-6 months A 20-year-old wom...

 Question 2 1 out of 1 points Central obesity, “moon” face, and dorsocervical fat pad are associated with: A . Metabolic syndrome B . Unilateral pheochromocytoma C . Cushing’s syndrome D . None of the above  Question 3 1 out of 1 points An elderly man is started on lisinopril and hydrochlorhiazide for hypertension. Three days later, he returns to the office complaining of left great toe pain. On exam, the nurse practitioner notes an edematous, erythematous tender ...

Types of prevention - answer-primary- car restraints, bicycle helmets, immunizations secondary- prevent for those with RF-pap, mammo tertiary-mgmt of established disease- meds, lifestyle Primary - answer-Preventing the health problem, most cost effective form of healthcare **IMMUNIZATIONS, ensuring adequate illumination at home (preventing falls) Secondary - answer-Detecting disease in early asymptomatic stages, screenings -Early cause finding of asymptomatic disease via the use of a sc...

A 55-year-old man presents with increased urinary frequency, nocturia, and the inability to achieve an erection for the past few months; he is also experiencing difficulty starting and maintaining a steady stream. Rectal examination reveals a nontender, nonenlarged prostate with an isolated left posterior lobe nodule. Question What option is the most appropriate? - Correct answer: Refer the patient for a transrectal ultrasound of the prostate and order a PSA level. Explanation The correc...