Anatomy of the Kidney Overview
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What is the most common cause of urinary tract infections?

  • In-dwelling catheters in the hospital
  • Escherichia Coli (E Coli) (correct)
  • Bubble baths
  • Female anatomy

    • Which symptom is characteristic of pyelonephritis?

  • Blood in urine (hematuria) (correct)
  • Periorbital edema
  • Painful urination (dysuria)
  • Generalized edema

    • What is a diagnostic test for glomerulonephritis?

  • Abdominal CT scan (correct)
  • Observation of passed stones
  • MRI
  • Blood glucose test

    • Which condition leads to massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, and generalized edema?

    <p>Nephrotic Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes COCA-COLA COLORED URINE as a symptom?

    <p>Acute kidney infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does Acute Glomerulonephritis primarily occur?

    <p>7-12 days after streptococcal infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the kidney?

    <p>To filter the blood and balance body fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the kidney releases RENIN to initiate the RAAS system?

    <p>Juxtaglomerular (JG) Complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the medical term for passing urine?

    <p>Micturition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the kidneys located in the body?

    <p>Back of the upper abdomen (retroperitoneal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Glomerulus in the kidney?

    <p>A network of capillaries for filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the inability to control urination?

    <p>Urinary incontinence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of vitamin D mentioned in the text?

    <p>Regulate calcium deposits in bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does foamy or bubbly urine indicate according to the text?

    <p>Proteinuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test measures how well the kidneys are filtering impurities?

    <p>GFR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are kidney stones referred to in the text?

    <p>Renal calculi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the symptoms of nephrolithiasis according to the text?

    <p>Fever, chills, back &amp; flank pain, hematuria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the non-invasive medical treatment for kidney stones mentioned in the text?

    <p>Lithotripsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of chronic kidney disease as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Glomerulonephritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is renal failure defined in the text?

    <p>Inability to remove metabolic end products from the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a diagnostic criteria for End Stage Renal Disease?

    <p>GFR &lt; 15 mL/min/1.73 m2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of kidney diseases as stated in the text?

    <p>Increased red blood cell production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common treatment option for kidney disease mentioned in the text?

    <p>Transplantation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Among the mentioned causes, what are the two main causes of kidney disease as per the text?

    <p>Hypertension &amp; Autoimmune disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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