Acute Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection) Flashcards

1
Q

this can lead to what

A

urosepsis (systemic infection)

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2
Q

Etiology

A

colonization & infection of Lower urinary tract
backward flow of urine
CAUTI
Pregnancy induced changes

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3
Q

manifestations

A

Fever/chills
N/V
malaise
Flank p!

Costovertebral angle (CVA)

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4
Q

Urinalysis

A

Pyuria
Bacteriuria
Hematuria
WBC

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5
Q

What is elevated?

A

BUN

Creatine

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6
Q

Preferred imaging

A

CT scan

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7
Q

Early treatment of what to prevent this potential infection

A

UTIs

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8
Q

Main treatment

A

medication

adequate fluid intake (6-8 glasses)

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