Lower Urinary Tract Infections Pathophysiology

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Which of the following is NOT a mechanism that maintains the sterility of the bladder?

Antibacterial enzymes

Bacterial Invasion (correct)

Urine flow

Antiadherent effects mediated by mucosal cells

What is a common route of infection for many UTIs according to the text?

Direct skin-to-skin contact

Ascending from the perineum to the urethra and bladder (correct)

Inhaling contaminated air

Hematogenous spread from other infections

Which of the following is NOT a contributing condition to urinary tract infections as mentioned in the text?

Gout

Healthy immune system (correct)

Diabetes

Pregnancy

What can help the bladder clear large numbers of bacteria according to the provided information?

Increased shedding of bladder epithelial cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a risk factor for lower UTIs according to the text?

Urethral strictures Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for bacteria to initiate inflammation in the urinary tract?

Attachment to the epithelium Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Glycosaminoglycan (GAG) in the urinary tract?

Forms a water barrier between the bladder and urine Signup and view all the answers

How can bacteria enter the urinary tract through the transurethral route?

By colonizing the periurethral area from fecal contamination Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to an increased incidence of UTIs in sexually active women?

Forcing of bacteria from the bladder to the urethra during intercourse Signup and view all the answers

What are common signs and symptoms of an uncomplicated lower UTI?

Urinary frequency and urgency Signup and view all the answers

How do manifestations of complicated UTIs differ from uncomplicated UTIs?

Complicated UTIs can range from asymptomatic bacteriuria to gram-negative sepsis Signup and view all the answers

When should a patient with a catheter who develops signs and symptoms of septic shock be evaluated?

If they suddenly develop signs and symptoms of septic shock Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following is NOT a mechanism that maintains the sterility of the bladder?

What is a common route of infection for many UTIs according to the text?

Which of the following is NOT a contributing condition to urinary tract infections as mentioned in the text?

What can help the bladder clear large numbers of bacteria according to the provided information?

Which of the following is a risk factor for lower UTIs according to the text?

What is necessary for bacteria to initiate inflammation in the urinary tract?

What is the main function of Glycosaminoglycan (GAG) in the urinary tract?

How can bacteria enter the urinary tract through the transurethral route?

What contributes to an increased incidence of UTIs in sexually active women?

What are common signs and symptoms of an uncomplicated lower UTI?

How do manifestations of complicated UTIs differ from uncomplicated UTIs?

When should a patient with a catheter who develops signs and symptoms of septic shock be evaluated?

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