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Which of the following is NOT a component of urinalysis?
Which of the following is NOT a component of urinalysis?
- Odour
- Specific Gravity
- Menstrual History
- Electrolyte Levels (correct)
What is the primary purpose of assessing urinary frequency?
What is the primary purpose of assessing urinary frequency?
- To detect infections
- To evaluate fluid balance
- To diagnose kidney damage
- To assess overall renal function (correct)
Which of the following is a common cause of blockage in the urinary system?
Which of the following is a common cause of blockage in the urinary system?
- Renal calculi
- Tumours
- Strictures
- All of the above (correct)
What is the typical volume that triggers the urge to urinate?
What is the typical volume that triggers the urge to urinate?
What is the term for the sensation of a sudden, intense need to urinate?
What is the term for the sensation of a sudden, intense need to urinate?
Why is it essential to gain informed consent prior to assessing the genitourinary system?
Why is it essential to gain informed consent prior to assessing the genitourinary system?
What is the primary purpose of urinalysis in renal assessment?
What is the primary purpose of urinalysis in renal assessment?
What type of catheter is typically used for mid-stream specimen collection?
What type of catheter is typically used for mid-stream specimen collection?
What is the primary purpose of a fluid balance chart?
What is the primary purpose of a fluid balance chart?
What is a common indication of haematuria in urine analysis?
What is a common indication of haematuria in urine analysis?
What is the primary goal of fluid balance management?
What is the primary goal of fluid balance management?
What is the significance of urobilinogen in urine analysis?
What is the significance of urobilinogen in urine analysis?
What is the primary purpose of considering the person and their context in renal assessment?
What is the primary purpose of considering the person and their context in renal assessment?
What is the primary component of urinalysis that indicates the presence of a urinary tract infection?
What is the primary component of urinalysis that indicates the presence of a urinary tract infection?
What is the primary function of the renal system in terms of electrolyte balance?
What is the primary function of the renal system in terms of electrolyte balance?
Which of the following is NOT a component of urinalysis?
Which of the following is NOT a component of urinalysis?
What is the purpose of renal assessment in health assessment?
What is the purpose of renal assessment in health assessment?
Which of the following urine collection methods is most suitable for collecting a clean-catch midstream urine sample?
Which of the following urine collection methods is most suitable for collecting a clean-catch midstream urine sample?
What is the normal urinary bladder capacity in an adult?
What is the normal urinary bladder capacity in an adult?
Which of the following is an interpretation of urine analysis?
Which of the following is an interpretation of urine analysis?
What is the role of the renal system in fluid balance management?
What is the role of the renal system in fluid balance management?
What is the function of erythropoietin (EPO) in the renal system?
What is the function of erythropoietin (EPO) in the renal system?
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Study Notes
Urinalysis
- Purpose: determine urine constituents and identify abnormalities
- Tests for: specific gravity, pH, leucocytes, microscopic blood, nitrites, ketones, bilirubin, urobilinogen, protein, and glucose
- Urine colour and odour: indicators of hydration levels and haematuria
- Dark and cloudy urine: indicative of blood presence
- Frank blood in urine: test for blood
Fluid Balance Chart
- Records intake and output of food, fluid, vomitus, urine, wound drainage, and faecal output
- Must be accurate and up-to-date to inform ongoing management
- Aims to show a positive balance, with input exceeding output
- Insensible loss (breathing, sweating) is considered
Health Assessment
- Consider the person and their context: living situation, support, experience, and medical history
- Collect cues and information: subjective and objective data
- Analyse and categorise data, identifying potential health issues
Genitourinary System
- Consists of renal/urinary system and reproductive systems
- Includes kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra, and reproductive organs
Renal System Functions
- Fluid and volume regulation
- Electrolyte balance
- Acid-base regulation
- Removal of toxins
- Calcium and phosphate homeostasis
- Red blood cell maturation via erythropoietin (EPO)
Urinary Elimination
- Urinary bladder capacity: 15-50 ml at birth, 500-800 ml in adults
- Urge to urinate at approximately 200 ml
- Assessment of urination: frequency, volume, colour, odour, consistency, pain, and continence
- Specific gravity of urine is an important measurement
Problems with the Urinary System
- Mechanical injury (kidney): loin pain, infection, inflammation, blockage due to strictures, tumours, or renal calculi
- Iatrogenic injury in error
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