Ch 46 potter urinary elimination Flashcards
function of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra
urinary elimination depends
filter waste products of metabolism from the blood
kidneys
transport urine from the kidneys to the bladder
ureters
holds urine until the volume in the bladder triggers a sensation of urge,
bladder
occurs when the brain gives the bladder permission to empty, the bladder contracts, the urinary sphincter relaxes, and urine leaves the body through the urethra.
Micturition
lie retroperitoneal on either side of the vertebral column behind the peritoneum and against the deep muscles of the back.
kidneys
left kidney is higher than the right because of the
anatomical position of the liver (kidney difference)
, the functional unit of the kidneys, remove waste products from the blood and play a major role in the regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance.
Nephrons
Each nephron contains a cluster of capillaries called the
glomerulus
water, glucose, amino acids, urea, uric acid, creatinine, and major electrolytes. Large proteins and blood cells do not normally filter through the glomerulus.
glomerulus filters
protein (proteinuria) or blood (hematuria) is found in the urine,
glomerular injury is suspected.
Approximately 99% is resorbed into the plasma by the proximal convoluted tubule of the nephron, the loop of Henle, and the distal tubule. The remaining 1% is excreted as urine.
not all glomerular filtrate is excreted as urine
that the delicate balance of fluid and electrolytes is maintained.
resorption process
is 1 to 2 L/day
normal range of urine production
such as fluid intake and body temperature
factors can influence the production of urine
cannot voluntarily control voiding until 18 to 24 months
Children voiding development
may experience a decrease in bladder capacity, increased bladder irritability, and an increased frequency of bladder contractions during bladder filling.
Older adults bladder
increased risk for urinary incontinence because of chronic illnesses and factors that interfere with mobility, cognition, and manual dexterity.
-ability to hold urine between the initial desire to void and an urgent need to void decreases.
Older adults bladder
can decrease the desire for urinary continence.
Depression impact on bladder
fluids, electrolytes, and solutes are balanced, increased fluid intake
increases urine production.
decreases the release of antidiuretic hormones, thus increasing urine production.
Alcohol impact on bladder
Arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and chronic pain
syndromes can interfere with timely access to a toilet.
Diabetes mellitus, multiple sclerosis, and stroke can
conditions alter bladder contractility and the ability to sense bladder filling
can cause the loss of urine control because of bladder overactivity and impaired coordination between the contracting bladder and urinary sphincter
Spinal cord injury or intervertebral disk disease (above S1)
(e.g., benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]) can cause obstruction of the bladder outlet, causing urinary retention.
Prostatic enlargement
—1.one is mechanical obstruction of the lower urinary tract;
-2other is altered neural control of the bladder and detrusor mechanism, most commonly due to analgesic drugs
Urinary retention in the postoperative period has 2 main causes
(e.g., phenazopyridine-orange, riboflavin–intense yellow)
Some drugs change the color of urine
is a way to evaluate bladder emptying, renal function, and fluid and electrolyte balance
Assessment of I&O
need to include all oral liquids and semiliquids, enteral feedings, and any parenteral fluids
Intake measurements
includes not only urine but any fluid that leaves the body that can be measured such as vomitus, gastric drainage tubes, and wound drains.
Output measurement
is a key indicator of kidney and bladder function.
Urinary output
of fluid imbalance, kidney dysfunction, or decreased blood volume
change of urine volume can be a significant indicator
, the nurse should immediately assess for signs of blood loss and notify the health care provider
urinary output falls below 30 mL/hr (for more than 2 consecutive hours)
not voided for longer than 3 to 6 hours and have had fluid intake recorded should be evaluated for urinary retention.
bladder dysfunction
receptacles with volume-measurement markings.
Urine volume is measured using
from a pale straw to amber
Normal urine ranges in color
Bleeding from the kidneys or ureters usually causes
urine to become dark red
bleeding from the bladder or urethra usually causes
bright red urine.
Hematuria and blood clots are a common cause of
urinary catheter blockage.
is the result of high concentrations of bilirubin (urobilinogen) in patients with liver disease.
Dark amber urine
, freshly voided urine appears cloudy because of protein concentration.
renal disease
as a result of bacteria and white blood cells.
Urine may also appear thick and cloudy
helps protect against bacterial growth
Acid pH
(4.6 to 8.0)
pH of normal urine range
(up to 8 mg/100 mL)
Protein normal urine range
Patients with dehydration, starvation, or excessive aspirin ingestion also
have ketonuria. (abnormal in urine)
(1.005 to 1.030)
Specific gravity normal range
(0-4 per low-power field)
WBCs normal range
Crystals indicate increased risk for the development of
renal calculi (stone).
Detect and measure the size of urinary calculi
Abdominal roentgenogram (Noninvasive Procedures)test urinary tract