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Which of the following is the immediate objective of treatment for renal or ureteral colic?

To prevent nephron destruction

To relieve the pain (correct)

To determine the stone type

To eradicate the stone

What is the role of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in treating renal calculus pain?

To prevent nephron destruction

To determine the stone type

To provide pain relief and reduce swelling (correct)

To eradicate the stone

What is the recommended fluid intake for patients with renal calculi?

Four to six 8-oz glasses of water daily

Eight to ten 8-oz glasses of water daily (correct)

Ten to twelve 8-oz glasses of water daily

Six to eight 8-oz glasses of water daily

What is the mainstay of most medical therapy for renal calculi?

Fluid intake Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended urine output for patients with renal calculi?

More than 3 L/day Signup and view all the answers

What is the dietary recommendation for patients with calcium stones?

Restrict calcium in their diet Signup and view all the answers

What foods should be limited in a low-purine diet for patients with uric acid stones?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication of surgical management for kidney stones?

Infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of straining all urine after ESWL?

To collect voided gravel or sand for chemical analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the method where an electrical discharge creates a hydraulic shock wave to break up a kidney stone?

Electrohydraulic lithotripsy Signup and view all the answers

When is chemolysis used as a treatment for kidney stones?

In patients at risk for complications with other methods Signup and view all the answers

What are the alternative treatment modalities used in combination for kidney stone removal?

ESWL, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, and chemolysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected duration of passage of stone fragments after undergoing ESWL?

6 weeks to several months Signup and view all the answers

What should a patient with a stent in the ureter expect regarding hematuria?

Hematuria may be expected until the stent is removed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the main reason why the patient with renal calculi needs to understand the signs and symptoms of stone formation, obstruction, and infection?

To report any signs or symptoms promptly Signup and view all the answers

What does the nurse need to assess during follow-up visits for a patient with renal calculi?

The patient's ability to interpret urinary pH results Signup and view all the answers

If medications are prescribed for the prevention of stone formation, what does the nurse explain to the patient?

The actions and side effects of the medications Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the patient with renal calculi to understand the signs and symptoms of stone formation, obstruction, and infection?

To report any signs or symptoms promptly Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of assessing the patient's ability to monitor urinary pH and interpret the results during follow-up visits?

To interpret the results of urinary pH monitoring Signup and view all the answers

If medications are prescribed for the prevention of stone formation, what information does the nurse provide to the patient?

The actions and side effects of the medications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of understanding the signs and symptoms of stone formation, obstruction, and infection for a patient with renal calculi?

To report any signs or symptoms promptly Signup and view all the answers

What does the nurse need to assess during follow-up visits for a patient with renal calculi?

The patient's ability to interpret urinary pH results Signup and view all the answers

If medications are prescribed for the prevention of stone formation, what information does the nurse provide to the patient?

The actions and side effects of the medications Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure is used to remove stones from the ureter?

Ureterolithotomy Signup and view all the answers

What procedure is used to remove stones from the bladder?

Cystotomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure called when a stone in the bladder is crushed using an instrument inserted through the urethra?

Cystolitholapaxy Signup and view all the answers

What are the signs and symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Chills, fever, frequency, hesitancy Signup and view all the answers

What are the signs and symptoms of urinary tract obstruction?

Frequent urination of small amounts, oliguria, anuria Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the patient's urine to check for stones or gravel?

Urine should be strained Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of kidney stones?

Infection, urosepsis, obstruction Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following is the immediate objective of treatment for renal or ureteral colic?

What is the role of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in treating renal calculus pain?

What is the recommended fluid intake for patients with renal calculi?

What is the mainstay of most medical therapy for renal calculi?

What is the recommended urine output for patients with renal calculi?

What is the dietary recommendation for patients with calcium stones?

What foods should be limited in a low-purine diet for patients with uric acid stones?

Which of the following is a potential complication of surgical management for kidney stones?

What is the purpose of straining all urine after ESWL?

What is the method where an electrical discharge creates a hydraulic shock wave to break up a kidney stone?

When is chemolysis used as a treatment for kidney stones?

What are the alternative treatment modalities used in combination for kidney stone removal?

What is the expected duration of passage of stone fragments after undergoing ESWL?

What should a patient with a stent in the ureter expect regarding hematuria?

Which of the following is the main reason why the patient with renal calculi needs to understand the signs and symptoms of stone formation, obstruction, and infection?

What does the nurse need to assess during follow-up visits for a patient with renal calculi?

If medications are prescribed for the prevention of stone formation, what does the nurse explain to the patient?

Why is it important for the patient with renal calculi to understand the signs and symptoms of stone formation, obstruction, and infection?

What is the main purpose of assessing the patient's ability to monitor urinary pH and interpret the results during follow-up visits?

If medications are prescribed for the prevention of stone formation, what information does the nurse provide to the patient?

What is the purpose of understanding the signs and symptoms of stone formation, obstruction, and infection for a patient with renal calculi?

What does the nurse need to assess during follow-up visits for a patient with renal calculi?

If medications are prescribed for the prevention of stone formation, what information does the nurse provide to the patient?

Which procedure is used to remove stones from the ureter?

What procedure is used to remove stones from the bladder?

What is the procedure called when a stone in the bladder is crushed using an instrument inserted through the urethra?

What are the signs and symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

What are the signs and symptoms of urinary tract obstruction?

What should be done with the patient's urine to check for stones or gravel?

What are the potential complications of kidney stones?

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