Aging urinary System

Question 0

Are women or men more susceptible to a UTI? And why?

Answer 0

Women are more susceptible due to having as shorter urethra than men

Question 1

What is a Urinary tract infection UTI?

Answer 1

A bacterial infection which can target the urethra, bladder and Kidneys

Question 2

Name 4 factors that may be associated with an ageing urinary system?

Answer 2

1. Number and size of nephrons decrease with age
2. Kidneys become less efficient, therefore Waste and extra fluid aren’t filtered as efficiently
3. Decrease in total body water content
4. Reduction in glomerular filtration rate

Question 3

Name 5 disorders of an ageing urinary system?

Answer 3

1. Urinary tract infection UTI
2. Renal stones
3. Acute renal failure
4. Incontinence
5. Renal trauma

Question 4

Name 5 symptoms of a UTI?

Answer 4

1. Increased urination (even if only a few drop)
2. Burning pain while urinating
3. Feeling of a full bladder, still after urinating
4. Pain above pubic bone (abdominal)
5. Blood in urine