Complications of Untreated Asymptomatic Bacteriuria in Pregnancy

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Which of the following is the most distinctive symptom of pyelonephritis?

Fever

Nausea and vomiting

Flank pain and tenderness (correct)

Difficulty urinating

Why does costovertebral angle tenderness suggest a kidney infection?

It indicates inflammation of the muscles in the back

It signifies inflammation of the kidney (correct)

It is a sign of a urinary tract infection

It is a common symptom of a bladder infection

Which of the following is NOT a symptom unique to pyelonephritis?

Nausea and vomiting (correct)

Flank pain and tenderness

Fever

Costovertebral angle tenderness

If a patient presents with fever, flank pain, and costovertebral angle tenderness, what can you conclude?

The patient has a kidney infection Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most important symptom for differentiating pyelonephritis from other urinary tract infections?

Flank pain and tenderness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of performing urinalysis in patients symptomatic for urethritis and cystitis without kidney involvement?

To assess the urine pH and detect pyuria and bacteriuria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is NOT a focus of urinalysis in patients symptomatic for urethritis and cystitis without kidney involvement?

Proteinuria Signup and view all the answers

What does the presence of pyuria indicate in patients symptomatic for urethritis and cystitis without kidney involvement?

White blood cells in the urine Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to determine urine pH during urinalysis in patients with symptoms of urethritis and cystitis without kidney involvement?

To evaluate urinary tract infections Signup and view all the answers

In the context of urinalysis for urethritis and cystitis, which parameter is NOT typically assessed?

Protein levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism by which tannins in cranberry juice help prevent urinary tract infections?

Preventing bacteria binding to cell receptors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of tannins in cranberry juice?

Inhibiting bacterial attachment Signup and view all the answers

Why are tannins in cranberry juice important for preventing urinary tract infections?

They inhibit bacteria from binding to cell surfaces Signup and view all the answers

How do tannins in cranberry juice affect bacteria in the urinary tract?

They interfere with bacterial attachment to cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of tannins found in cranberry juice in relation to urinary tract health?

Prevent bacteria from binding to cell surface receptors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor produced by bacteria that can cause damage and lead to pyelonephritis?

Antibiotics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which bacteria can cause pyelonephritis?

Producing toxins and virulence factors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the role of bacterial factors in pyelonephritis?

Hemolysins are involved in the breakdown of red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the bacterial factors mentioned in the text?

All of these factors are involved in the immune response against bacteria Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following is a potential consequence of the bacterial factors mentioned in the text?

Impaired kidney function and tissue damage Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential complication if asymptomatic bacteriuria in pregnant women is left untreated?

Acute pyelonephritis Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of pregnant women with asymptomatic bacteriuria may develop acute pyelonephritis if left untreated?

30% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic bacteriuria in pregnant women?