22 Questions
What is the purpose of a catheter in relation to urinary retention?
To drain the urine from the bladder to a collecting bag
What is the term for the presence of blood in the urine?
Hematuria
What is the normal pH range of urine as determined by urinalysis?
4.5 to 8.0
What is the term for the inability to empty the bladder?
Urinary retention
What is the term for the presence of protein in the urine?
Proteinuria
What is a common symptom of a kidney stone causing an obstruction of the ureter?
Flank pain
What is the term for the ability of the kidney tubules to concentrate the urine?
Specific gravity
What is the name of the procedure that uses shock waves to break down kidney stones?
Extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy
What is the term for the presence of blood in the urine?
Hematuria
What is the surgical procedure to remove a kidney?
Nephrectomy
What is the name of the condition where the kidney pelvis is dilated and distended due to obstruction?
Hydronephrosis
Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to diagnose poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis?
Antibody Level antistreptolysin O (ASO) and antistreptokinase (ASK) titers
What is the name of the condition where the blood vessels in the kidneys are damaged, leading to kidney disease?
Nephrosclerosis
What is the primary action of furosemide (Lasix) in the body?
Decreases reabsorption of Na+ and water in the proximal and distal tubules and the loop of Henle
What is the purpose of Mannitol (intravenous) in medical treatment?
To increase osmotic pressure and water in the filtrate, reducing Na+ absorption
What is the major complication of peritoneal dialysis?
Infection resulting in peritonitis
What is the purpose of hemodialysis?
To provide an artificial kidney to sustain life after kidney failure
Which of the following is a symptom of kidney failure?
All of the above
What is the primary function of the kidneys in regards to electrolyte balance?
To regulate fluid balance and electrolyte levels
Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to visualize the lower urinary tract and perform biopsies?
Cystoscopy
What is the primary function of diuretic drugs?
To remove excess sodium ions and water from the body
What is the definition of urinary tract infection (UTI)?
An infection from microbes in the urinary tract
This quiz covers the basics of urinary incontinence, including types and causes, such as overflow incontinence and incompetent bladder sphincter. It also touches on diagnostic tests, including urinalysis and blood tests. Test your knowledge of this important medical topic!
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