Kidney Stones Prevention Tips
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Why should table salt and high-sodium foods be reduced?

  • To increase the risk of osteoporosis
  • To avoid competition with calcium reabsorption in the kidneys (correct)
  • To prevent oxalate stones formation
  • To prevent calcium stones formation
  • What is the primary reason for not generally recommending low-calcium diets?

  • They lead to an increased risk of kidney stones
  • They are ineffective in reducing urinary calculi
  • They support the reabsorption of calcium in the kidneys (correct)
  • They prevent osteoporosis
  • Which type of stones may result from excess dietary calcium in patients with type 2 absorptive hypercalciuria?

  • Uric Acid Stones
  • Oxalate Stones
  • Cystine Stones
  • Calcium Stones (correct)
  • What is the recommended intake of cranberry juice per day to prevent stone formation?

    <p>One glass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are activities leading to sudden increases in environmental temperatures discouraged for individuals at risk of stone formation?

    <p>They may lead to excessive sweating and dehydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should fluids be consumed during the day to prevent stone formation?

    <p>Every 1-2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of stones in men are uric acid stones?

    <p>72%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of stones form in persistently alkaline, ammonia-rich urine?

    <p>Uric acid stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common bacteria associated with the formation of struvite stones?

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

    Which condition is NOT a predisposing factor for struvite stone formation?

    <p>Chronic strictures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In patients with which condition can urinary stone formation occur due to increased oxalate absorption?

    <p>Inflammatory bowel disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is NOT known to cause stone formation in some patients?

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

    What medication may be used for increased parathormone production that results in increased serum calcium levels in blood and urine?

    <p>Thiazide diuretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dietary recommendation is beneficial for reducing uric acid stones?

    <p>Low-protein diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication can be prescribed to reduce serum uric acid levels and urinary uric acid excretion for patients with uric acid stones?

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

    What intervention might be recommended for patients with cystine stones?

    <p>Alkalinizing urine with potassium alkali salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which food group should be avoided to limit oxalate intake according to the text?

    <p>Spinach and Swiss chard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What procedure is used for removing small stones located in the ureter close to the bladder?

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

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