module 5

Question 1

If the damage continues to get worse, and the kidneys are less and less able to do their job, the patient will develop CKD. Which of the following factors can interfere if kidney health and function?

There are 3

Answer 1

a. Traumatic injury to the kidney
b. Congestive heart failure
c. Acute heart failure
Correctd. All of the above

Question 2

Part of managing CKD is taking steps to protect the kidneys from further damage and preventing further deterioration of renal function. Which of the following will NOT assist in managing CKD?

Are 3

Answer 2

Maintaining a diet that is high in potassium, phosphorus, and protein.

Question 3

End-stage renal disease, the final and irreversible last stage of CKD, is when the kidneys are functioning at less than ______________ of normal capacity.

Answer 3

10-15 percent

Question 4

How many stages of CKD are there?

Answer 4

5

Question 5

When would immunosuppressive medications be required for the rest of a patient’s life?

Answer 5

After receiving a kidney transplant

Question 6

Blood tests are kidney function tests that measure how well blood and waste products are being filtered by the kidneys. Which of the following is not a blood test that may be performed?

Answer 6

Urinalysis

Question 7

Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) measures how many milliliters of waste the kidneys can filter per minute; in healthy individuals, it’s usually:

Answer 7

Greater than 90ml/min

Question 8

It’s not possible to know exactly how long a person with kidney failure will live, as each case is different. How much longer can a person expect to live on dialysis?

Answer 8

5-10 years

Question 9

Roughly what percent of men treated with TURP or TUIP, will require additional surgery within five years?

Answer 9

10%

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for prostate gland enlargement?

Answer 10

Men not older than the age of 40.

Question 11

Minimally invasive procedures: might be recommended for patients with moderate to severe symptoms, when medication proves ineffective, or if a patient has urinary tract obstruction, bladder stones, hematuria, or kidney problems. Which type of procedure heats and destroys enlarged prostate tissue?

Answer 11

HIFU

Question 12

BPH is one of the most common conditions associated with aging in men. What percent of men between the ages of 51 and 60 are affected?

Answer 12

50%

Question 13

If the patient’s symptoms are tolerable, they might decide to postpone treatment and simply monitor their symptoms. Specific actions and lifestyle changes can be made to help relieve a patient’s BPH symptoms, NOT including:

Answer 13

Increase liquid intake, particularly before periods of sleep

Question 14

The doctor will usually begin by asking the patient about his medical history and the presence of any changes in his urinary habits. Which of the following questions would mostly likely NOT be asked to diagnosis BPH?

Answer 14

Is a healthy diet of fruits, vegetables, and high fiber consumed?

Question 15

Medication is the most common treatment for mild to moderate symptoms of prostate enlargement. Which type of medication is used to relax the muscles in the lower urinary tract?

Answer 15

Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors

Question 16

he prostate is a __________-shaped gland that is part of the male reproductive system. It surrounds the urethra at the neck of the bladder, which is where these two structures join.

Answer 16

walnut

Question 17

The severity of symptoms in people who have prostate gland enlargement varies, but they tend to start off mild and gradually worsen over time if they aren’t treated. Which of the following is NOT a symptom caused by urethral obstruction?

Answer 17

Urinary frequency

Question 18

Which type of test might be performed to measure and evaluate the prostate?

Answer 18

Transrectal ultrasound

Question 19

Timely treatment of the underlying cause may enable recovery and return of normal renal function. In severe cases, AKI will progress to CKD. Which of the following in NOT considered a condition leading to CKD?

Answer 19

Bladder disease

Question 20

Hemodialysis uses a machine filter called a dialyzer or artificial kidney to remove excess water and salt, to balance the other electrolytes in the body, and to remove metabolic waste products. The patient typically undergoes treatment:

Answer 20

Three times a week, each session lasting three to four hours

Question 21

There are many conditions that can cause and increase the risk of kidney failure. Which of the following is the most common cause?

Answer 21

Diabetes

Question 22

Healthy kidneys produce the hormone erythropoietin that stimulates the bone marrow to make RBCs. As the kidneys fail, less erythropoietin is produced, resulting in a decreased production of RBCs and, in turn, anemia. Which of the following is NOT a cause of anemia?

Answer 22

Loss of appetite

Question 23

How many Americans have CKD and don’t even know it?

Answer 23

90%

Question 24

Which type of test might be performed on men with suspected neurological problems?

Answer 24

Postvoid residual volume test

Question 25

Urodynamic tests: procedures that look at how well the bladder and urethra store and release urine. Most urodynamic tests focus on the bladder’s ability to hold urine and empty steadily and completely. Which of the following tests measures how rapidly the bladder releases urine?

Answer 25

Uroflowmetry

Question 26

Which type of test might be performed to diagnosis or rule out prostate cancer?

Answer 26

Prostatic biopsy

Question 27

BPH is one of the most common conditions associated with aging in men. What percent of men older than the age of 80 are affected?

Answer 27

90%

Question 28

BPH is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. What does BPH stand for?

Answer 28

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy