9.6 Flashcards
1
Q
Outline the micturition reflex
A
- Detrusor muscle contraction
- Internal urethral sphincter relaxation
- External urethral sphincter
- Urination
2
Q
Acute vs chronic renal failure
A
- Acute: suddenly slows/stops
- Chronic: gradual deterioration
3
Q
What can cause acute renal failure?
A
- Renal ischaemia
- Urinary obstruction
- Nephrotoxic drugs
4
Q
What can cause chronic renal failure?
A
- Unmanaged diabetes
- Hypertension
5
Q
Which of acute/chronic renal failure is recoverable/irreversible
A
Acute: reversible
Chronic: Irreversible
6
Q
Describe kidney dialysis
A
In the place of renal filtration, blood is circulated out of the body and into dialysis machine, where an artificial membrane acts as an alternate. Waste products are removed from blood, and depleted solutes are added into the machine for reabsorption.
