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What is the MOST common way to measure bladder pressure?
What is the MOST common way to measure bladder pressure?
- Inserting a needle directly through the abdominal wall into the bladder
- Using an external pressure cuff around the bladder area
- Inserting a catheter with a pressure sensor through the urethra (correct)
- Measuring the weight of the fetus on the bladder during pregnancy
What is the NORMAL range of voiding pressure in the bladder?
What is the NORMAL range of voiding pressure in the bladder?
- 20-40 cmH2O (correct)
- 60-80 cmH2O
- 40-60 cmH2O
- 10-20 cmH2O
What can cause an increase in bladder pressure?
What can cause an increase in bladder pressure?
- Coughing and straining (correct)
- Lying down
- Drinking more water
- Relaxing the pelvic floor muscles
What can cause the bladder pressure to be over 100 cmH2O?
What can cause the bladder pressure to be over 100 cmH2O?
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Where is the bladder located in relation to other organs?
Where is the bladder located in relation to other organs?
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