Medical Quiz: Urolithiasis and Related Conditions

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What are common causes and risk factors associated with Urolithiasis / Nephrolithiasis?

Obesity and high protein diet

High urine pH and chronic dehydration

Supersaturation of urine and hypercalcemia (correct)

Frequent urinary infections and smoking

Which symptom is primarily associated with the assessment of Urolithiasis?

Painless hematuria

Pelvic pressure

Colicky pain (correct)

Increased urinary frequency

What is a key diagnostic procedure for confirming urinary bladder cancer?

Transrectal Ultrasound

CT scan with contrast

Digital Rectal Exam

Cystoscopy (correct)

Which treatment option is NOT typically used for urinary bladder cancer?

Tamulosin (Flomax) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant complication associated with Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) after TURP?

Obstructed catheter Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom indicates a potential issue with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)?

Difficulty starting the urinary stream Signup and view all the answers

Which risk factor is NOT associated with prostate cancer?

Frequent physical exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is a common assessment finding in a patient experiencing a stroke?

Swallowing reflex changes Signup and view all the answers

Which intervention is essential for managing increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?

Positioning the neck in a neutral position Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a hysterectomy procedure?

To remove the uterus and treat conditions like cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of alendronate in treating osteoporosis?

To prevent and treat bone loss Signup and view all the answers

What symptom is commonly assessed in rheumatoid arthritis?

Morning stiffness Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical factor that can inhibit fracture healing?

Inadequate immobilization Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fracture is characterized by the bone protruding through the skin?

Open fracture Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial management approach for a patient with a fresh fracture?

RICE protocol Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is commonly used as a first-line treatment for osteoarthritis?

Acetaminophen Signup and view all the answers

Which complication is most commonly associated with fracture management?

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored in a patient using skeletal traction?

Neuromuscular status Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym RICE stand for in fracture management?

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of traction allows movement without disrupting alignment?

Balanced suspension Signup and view all the answers

What dietary change is recommended for a patient experiencing dumping syndrome?

Avoid foods that promote gastric secretions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ulcer is associated with a head injury or brain trauma?

Cushing’s ulcer Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of osteoporosis?

Metabolic bone disorder often leading to compression fractures Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant symptom of Ulcerative Colitis?

Severe GI bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended management for angle-closure glaucoma?

Administer mitotics like Pilocarpine Signup and view all the answers

What initial treatment is appropriate for hemiparetic patients to manage spasticity post-stroke?

Hydration and Nimodipine to prevent vasospasm Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic tool is considered the most effective for diagnosing Crohn's disease?

Barium studies Signup and view all the answers

In managing Diverticulitis, which diet strategy is recommended during an exacerbation?

Initial NPO then gradual resumption of clear liquids Signup and view all the answers

Which dietary consideration is essential for patients on Levodopa and Carbidopa?

Low protein diet to avoid interference with medications Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary symptom of Cholecystitis?

RUQ pain radiating to the shoulder Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a symptom typical of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?

Increased alertness Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication of intestinal obstruction?

Fluid and electrolyte imbalance Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is contraindicated in patients with hemorrhagic stroke?

Thrombolytics Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when managing a patient with increased ICP regarding elimination?

Regular enemas to maintain bowel health Signup and view all the answers

What type of feeding is Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) indicated for?

Severe malabsorption or GI rest Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is commonly prescribed to reduce acid secretion in patients at risk for ulcers?

Famotidine Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a seizure as epilepsy?

Two or more episodes of recurring seizures Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing intervention is important for a patient on enteral feeding?

Monitor for signs of aspiration and diarrhea Signup and view all the answers

Which is an appropriate strategy to manage complication risks during immobility?

Promote deep breathing exercises Signup and view all the answers

What primary symptom results from increased intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma?

Reduced peripheral vision Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure is least likely to be used for diagnostic purposes in skeletal disorders?

Craniotomy Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is indicated by the '6 Ps' of compartment syndrome?

Vascular obstruction Signup and view all the answers

What ophthalmic drug is inappropriate for use in both open-angle and angle-closure glaucoma?

Atropine sulfate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications is typically administered for shoulder pain in a patient with neurological issues?

Amitriptyline Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary indication for hip arthroplasty?

Degenerative joint diseases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a precaution to take after a hip arthroplasty?

Bend at the waist Signup and view all the answers

What type of surgery is considered the least invasive for spinal issues?

Microdiscectomy Signup and view all the answers

What symptom is most indicative of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

Dysphagia Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is classified as a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)?

Omeprazole Signup and view all the answers

What complication is NOT associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?

Esophageal cancer Signup and view all the answers

What behavior should be avoided to manage gastritis effectively?

Consuming caffeine Signup and view all the answers

Which surgical option is aimed at reinforcing the lower esophageal sphincter?

Nissen fundoplication Signup and view all the answers

What condition is characterized by backflow of gastric contents into the esophagus?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for using a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine after knee arthroplasty?

To enhance mobility and prevent stiffness Signup and view all the answers

What direction should the patient be positioned for an upper GI endoscopy (EGD)?

Left side lying Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)?

Degenerative changes due to aging Signup and view all the answers

Which dietary change is beneficial for managing GERD symptoms?

Low-fat diet Signup and view all the answers

What is a common sign of skin breakdown in orthopedic postoperative care?

Redness and irritation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Urolithiasis/Nephrolithiasis

Causes and Risk Factors: Supersaturation of urine (calcium, oxalate, uric acid, calcium phosphate), infection (UTI), urine stasis, immobility, hypercalcemia, structural defects.
Assessment: Colicky pain (especially in ureter stones), hematuria, pyuria, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, urinary retention/obstruction.
Diagnosis: CT scan, intravenous pyelography (IVP), blood chemistry, 24-hour urine analysis, diet/medication/family history, stone analysis.
Management: Pain relief (opioids, NSAIDs), heat/hot baths, increased fluid intake, ambulation, dietary changes (low calcium, low purine, low protein, low oxalate). Procedures include ureteroscopy, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), nephrostomy.

Urinary Bladder Cancer

Risk Factors: Age, male gender, race, tobacco use, chronic UTIs, high cholesterol, high urine pH, bladder stones.
Assessment: Painless hematuria, changes in voiding patterns.
Diagnosis: Cystoscopy, CT scan, ultrasound, biopsy, bimanual examination.
Treatment: Transurethral resection or fulguration, BCG vaccine, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, cystectomy with urinary diversion, bladder transplant.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Mechanism: Obstructs urine flow, causing incomplete bladder emptying and urinary retention. Can block ureter and kidney flow.
Consequences: Gradual dilation of ureters and kidneys, UTIs from urinary stasis.
Assessment: Frequency, nocturia, urgency, hesitancy, decreased urinary stream volume and force, difficulty initiating urination.
Diagnosis: Digital rectal exam (DRE), prostate-specific antigen (PSA), transrectal ultrasound (TRUS).
Education: Aging is a cause, frequent ejaculation is beneficial, avoid large water intake at once, avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Management: Medications like tamsulosin (Flomax) to relax bladder outlet, and finasteride (Proscar) to decrease testosterone production.

Prostate Cancer

Risk Factors: African American ethnicity, aging, diet high in red meat and high-fat dairy.
Clinical Manifestations: Initially asymptomatic, urinary obstruction symptoms, blood in urine or semen, painful ejaculation.

Surgical Interventions for BPH/Prostate Cancer

Various procedures (TURP, suprapubic/retropubic prostatectomy, perineal prostatectomy, Da Vinci prostatectomy, brachytherapy) are used.

Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI)

Use: Always used after TURP.
Assessment: Monitor drainage color and amount, look for obstructions.
Complications: Hemorrhage, infection, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), catheter blockage.
Post-Op Expectations: Pain relief, fluid balance, ambulation, catheter care, avoid straining/heavy lifting, stable vitals, wound healing, normal urination.

Hysterectomy

Purpose: Surgical removal of the uterus (laparoscopic or robotic).
Pre-Op Test: Pregnancy test.
Indications: Uterine cancer, fibroids, endometriosis, prolapse (uterine), hypermenorrhea.
Post-Op Considerations: Monitor vaginal bleeding, Foley catheter for 24 hours, monitor vital signs, breath/bowel sounds, I&O, assess incision, watch for thromboembolism, monitor labs, watch for infection/shock.

CVA/Stroke

Risk Factors: Cardiovascular risk factors.
Types: Ischemic (thrombosis/embolism from atherosclerosis, atrial fibrillation, endocarditis), hemorrhagic (aneurysm), transient ischemic attack (TIA), reversible ischemic neurologic deficit, stroke in evolution, complete stroke.
Assessment: Facial symmetry, swallowing, LOC, eye assessment, DTRs, communication loss, progression of symptoms, time of onset, increased intracranial pressure (ICP).
Early ICP symptoms: Altered LOC, headache, nausea, projectile vomiting.
Late ICP symptoms: Bradycardia, bradypnea, hypertension.
Other Symptoms: Paralysis/weakness, communication loss (expressive, receptive, global), perceptual disturbances, sensory loss (visual changes), agnosia, alexia, agraphia.
Diagnosis: CT scan, MRI, PET scan, cerebral angiography (allergy/kidney function checks, post-procedure: leg flat, head slightly elevated if ICP present).
Management: Airway management (oxygen, intubation, suction), reduce ICP (HOB 30-45, neutral neck position, bed rest, avoid fluid overload/coughing/straining), ICP medications (Mannitol, dexamethasone, 3% NaCl), control blood pressure (max 180/100), maintain cardiac output, oral care, eye care, prevent immobility complications.
Hemorrhagic Stroke Management: NO thrombolytics, prevent vasospasm (hydration, nimodipine), control hypertension (beta-blockers, vasodilators), surgery (craniotomy, aneurysm coiling/clipping).

Seizure Disorders

Seizures: Abnormal motor, sensory, autonomic, or psychic activity from sudden neuronal discharge.
Epilepsy: Two or more recurring seizure episodes.
Causes: Idiopathic, acquired (e.g., hypoxemia, head trauma, hypertension, CNS infection, metabolic/toxic conditions).

Stroke Core Measures

Thrombolytics: Administered within 3-4.5 hours (ischemic stroke only).
Antithrombotic therapy: Initiated by hospital day 2 (ischemic stroke only).
VTE prophylaxis: Implemented by hospital day 2.
Anticoagulation: For atrial fibrillation/flutter at discharge.

Parkinson's Disease

Cause: Decreased dopamine due to degeneration of nigrostriatal neurons.
Symptoms: Tremors, rigidity, bradykinesia/akinesia, postural instability, muscle weakness, dysphagia.
Diagnosis: History, physical assessment, response to levodopa.
Management: Levodopa-carbidopa (before meals), deep brain stimulation (DBS).

Open-Angle Glaucoma

Mechanism: Increased aqueous humor, decreased outflow.
Assessment: Headache, mild eye pain, peripheral vision loss, increased intraocular pressure (IOP).
Management: Miotics (pilocarpine), beta-blockers (timolol), carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (acetazolamide). Do NOT use atropine.
Education: Avoid activities increasing IOP, do not lie on surgical side.

Angle-Closure Glaucoma

Mechanism: Sudden angle closure obstructing outflow.
Assessment: Rapid IOP increase, vision changes (blurred, halos).
Management: Same as open-angle glaucoma.
Education: Avoid activities increasing IOP, do not lie on surgical side.

Cataracts

Mechanism: Lens cloudiness impairing vision.
Assessment: Decreased visual acuity/blurring, double vision.
Surgical Management: Mydriatics (atropine sulfate), antibiotics, and corticosteroids postoperatively.
Post-Op Management: Monitor for bleeding and infection.
Education: Wear sunglasses and other protective eyewear.

General Assessment (Skeletal Disorders)

Components: Past medical/social/family history, exercise habits, diet (Calcium/Vitamin D), concurrent conditions, familial/genetic abnormalities.
Symptoms: Pain, tenderness, tightness, swelling, paresthesias, muscle spasms.

Common Orthopedic Diagnostics

Imaging: X-ray, CT, MRI, arthrography, bone densitometry (DXA), bone scan.
Procedures: Arthroscopy, arthrocentesis.
Testing: Electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies, labs (calcium, vitamin D, phosphorus, alkaline phosphatase (increased with bone damage), PTH/calcitonin).

Osteoporosis

Characteristics: Metabolic bone disorder, often causing compression fractures.
Symptoms: May be asymptomatic, spine typically affected (compression = pain); common in post-menopausal women and older adults.
Risk Factors: Genetics, age, gender, small frame, postmenopause, low calcium/vitamin D, high phosphate intake, caffeine/alcohol/smoking, sedentary lifestyle, lack of weight-bearing exercise, medications (steroids), comorbidities.
Diagnosis: Bone densitometry, labs, detectable x-ray loss occurs after bone demineralization 25-40%.
Home Care: Identify calcium-rich foods, vitamin D, weight-bearing exercises, modify lifestyle choices (discontinue corticosteroids if necessary).

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Cause: Autoimmune disorder, possibly triggered by a previous infection.
Assessment: Primarily in small bones (hands), "morning stiffness."
Diagnosis: Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR).
Medical Management: NSAIDs, steroids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) like methotrexate, antimalarials, gold compounds. Use cold compresses during flare-ups.

Osteoarthritis

Cause: Degenerative disease, "wear and tear" due to aging.
Assessment: Inflammation, crepitus.
Diagnosis: X-ray, elevated ESR.
Medical Management: Acetaminophen, NSAIDs, steroids, weight management, rest.

Fractures

Types: Closed/simple, open/compound, complete/incomplete, simple, displaced, stress, compression, comminuted, greenstick.
Causes: Trauma, severe muscle contractions, pathological conditions.
Assessment: Pain, muscle spasms, edema, ecchymosis, deformity, shortening, crepitus, loss of function.
Effects: Soft tissue damage, hemorrhage (joints/organs), joint dislocation, tendon/blood vessel/nerve damage.
Fracture Healing: Factors promoting healing (immobilization, blood supply, Calcium/Vitamin D, isometric exercise, hormones) vs. inhibiting healing (trauma, improper immobilization, infection, irradiated bone, age, steroids).
Complications: Early: shock, DVT, fat embolism, compartment syndrome; Late: delayed union, malunion, nonunion, avascular necrosis.
Management: RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) – elevate limb above heart (except for compartment syndrome), neurovascular checks, prevent infection (open fractures) surgery (reduction), immobilization (casts, splints, traction).
Cast Care: Explain treatment, maintain neuromuscular function, elevate extremity initial 24-48 hours.

Traction Management

Types: Straight/running, balanced suspension, Buck's traction, skeletal traction.
Purpose: Minimize spasms, reduce/align/immobilize fractures, reduce deformity.
Maintenance: Continuous pull, good body alignment, no friction/weight must hang freely..
Complications: Skin breakdown, nerve pressure, circulatory impairment (Buck's traction). Monitor device/complications.

Orthopedic Surgeries

Types: Open reduction/internal fixation (ORIF), joint arthroplasty/replacement, meniscectomy, amputation, bone graft, fasciotomy, arthroscopy.
Hip Arthroplasty: Replace damaged hip with artificial joint (acetabular cup, femoral head, stem). Indications include degenerative joint diseases, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis. Post-op: Prevent dislocation, positioning, pain management, bleeding, infection, DVT. Precautions: Abduction pillow, no crossing legs/bending at waist/crossing legs.
Knee Arthroplasty: Replace damaged knee with metal and acrylic prostheses. Post-op: Pain management, continuous passive motion (CPM) machine. Precautions - no kneeling/deep knee bends.

Spinal

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD): Cause of most back problems; natural aging, trauma. Assessment: Muscle weakness/atrophy, loss of sensory/motor control, localized or sciatica pain, Surgery types: Microdiscectomy, Laminectomy, Partial Laminectomy, Discectomy fusion, Foraminotomy

Digestive Disorders

Assessment: History (dietary habits, pain patterns, bowel/stool changes), physical exam (quadrant method, inspection/auscultation/percussion/palpation).
Diagnostics: Imaging (endoscopy for EGD, Colonoscopy), Ultrasound (gallstones), CT/MRI.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Mechanism: Backflow of stomach contents due to incompetent lower esophageal sphincter (LES).
Assessment: Pyrosis, dyspepsia, dysphagia, odynophagia, epigastric pain.
Complications: Inflammation, erosion, esophageal cancer.
Diagnosis: Esophageal pH monitoring, endoscopy, barium swallow.
Management: Lifestyle (low-fat diet, avoid irritants, HOB elevation, meal timings, normal body weight), medications (antacids, H2 blockers, PPIs, prokinetics), surgery (Nissen fundoplication).

Gastritis

Types: Acute/chronic, erosive/non-erosive.
Causes: H. pylori, NSAIDs, alcohol, smoking, caffeine, autoimmune, age, comorbidities.
Assessment: Abdominal pain, burning epigastric pain, anorexia, vomiting, heartburn, hematemesis, melena (dark, tarry stools).
Complications: Pernicious anemia, GI wall perforation.
Diagnosis: Endoscopy, biopsy, acid analysis.
Management: Antacids, H2 blockers, PPIs, antibiotics (if H. pylori), antidiarrheals, prostaglandin analogs. Surgery (gastric resection, gastrojejunostomy/duodenostomy).

Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)

Causes: H. pylori, NSAIDs, increased stomach acid (duodenal ulcers).
Assessment: Dull, gnawing epigastric pain (indigestion, N/V, melena).
Complications: Perforation, peritonitis, hemorrhage, pernicious anemia.
Types: Gastric Ulcers (in stomach) and Duodenal Ulcers (in duodenum).
Characteristics: Gastric ulcers: LUQ/mid-line pain, pain after eating. Duodenal ulcers: Right sided/mid-line pain, pain relieved by eating, pain more common 2 hours after eating.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Types: Crohn's disease (small intestine to ileum, all GI layers affected), ulcerative colitis (large intestine to rectum, mucosal inflammation).
Assessment: RLQ pain (Crohn's, less severe diarrhea, scattered inflammation); LLQ/LUQ pain (Ulcerative Colitis, severe diarrhea, severe GI bleeding).
Diagnosis: Barium studies (Crohn's), colonoscopy.
Management: Antibiotics, steroids, immunomodulators (e.g., azathioprine, methotrexate), anticholinergics (propantheline bromide), analgesics, vitamin B12 injections (if pernicious anemia).
Surgical Management: Strictureplasty, intestinal transplant, colon resection/hemi-colectomy, total colectomy/ileostomy/colostomy.

Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis

Symptoms: LLQ pain, fever, inflammation of diverticula (sigmoid colon common), often in sedentary clients, N/V, abdomen distension.
Complications: Peritonitis, abscess/fistula, bleeding, fluid/electrolyte imbalance.
Diagnosis: CT scan with contrast (most common), barium enema, colonoscopy.
Management: Analgesics (opioids), antispasmodics, antibiotics, bulk-forming laxatives, stool softeners. Dietary modifications during exacerbations (NPO, clear liquids, gradually introduce low-fiber foods).

Cholecystitis/Cholelithiasis

Symptoms: RUQ pain radiating to shoulder, nausea, jaundice.
Risk Factors: 4 F's (Forty, Female, Fertile, Fat), rapid weight loss, infection.
Assessment: Fatty food intolerance, nausea/vomiting, RUQ sharp colicky pain radiating to right shoulder/midsternum, epigastric distress.
Diagnostics: Ultrasound (most common), cholecystography, ERCP, abdominal x-ray.
Labs: Elevated alkaline phosphatase, GGT/GGTP, LDH, bilirubin, cholesterol.
Medical Management: Opioids for pain, antispasmodics, stone lysis (UDCA, Actigall), vitamin supplements, lithotripsy (ESWL).
Surgical Management: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, cholecystostomy, T-tube placement.
Nursing Management: Low-fat, high-protein/carb diet, regular exercise, weight reduction.

Intestinal Obstruction

Types: Mechanical (adhesions, tumors), non-mechanical (paralytic ileus).
Mechanism: Blockage preventing normal stool passage.
Small Bowel: Severe fluid/electrolyte imbalance, metabolic alkalosis, visible peristaltic waves, projectile vomiting, dehydration
Large Bowel: Mild fluid/electrolyte imbalance, abdominal distention, intermittent cramping, diarrhea/ribbon-like stools, leakage.
Management: Decompression (NGT/rectally), NPO/IV fluids, monitor bowel sounds/fluid/electrolytes, medications (prokinetics for increased peristalsis), antibiotics.

Enteral/TPN Feeding

Enteral: Via NGT or PEG tube, monitor complications (aspiration, diarrhea, hyperglycemia), flush tubes, HOB 30-45 degrees, check residuals, monitor tolerance/labs.
TPN: Central line, monitor for complications (hyperglycemia, infection, sepsis, fluid overload).

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