nephrotic syndrome and UT dysfunction

Question 1

what causes nephrotic syndrome?

Answer 1

any disorder that damages the kidney

Question 2

examples of disorders that damage the kidney include?

Answer 2

Cancer

Diabetes, systemic lupus erythematosus, multiple myeloma, and amyloidosis

Genetic disorders

Immune disorders

Infections (such as strep throat, hepatitis, or mononucleosis)

Use of certain drugs

Glomerulonephritis

Question 3

what is hypoproteinemia?

Answer 3

condition where there is an abnormally low level of protein in the blood. There are several causes and all result in edema once serum protein levels fall below a certain threshold.

Question 4

what deficient protein mainly cause Hypoproteinemia?

Answer 4

albumin

Question 5

kidney dysfunction can lead to hyperlipidemia which is?

Answer 5

an abnormally high concentration of fats or lipids in the blood.

Question 6

kidney dysfunction can lead to periorbital swelling which is?

Answer 6

swelling around the eyes

Question 7

S/S of nephrotic syndrome include?

Answer 7

Pallid

Anorexia

Fatigue

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Question 8

what are complications of nephrotic syndrome?

Answer 8

resp. tract infection 
skin infection
UTI
acute primary peritonitis
Acute Renal Failure (ARF)
Electrolyte disturbances

Question 9

what is hyponatremia

Answer 9

sodium ion concentration in the plasma is lower than normal.

Question 10

what is hypokalemia

Answer 10

decreased potassium in blood

Question 11

what is hypocalcemia

Answer 11

decreased calcium in blood

Question 12

nephrotic syndrome is medically managed with?

Answer 12

corticosteroid therapy

Question 13

what is pyelonephritis?

Answer 13

inflammation of the substance of the kidney as a result of bacterial infection.

Question 14

True or False

the ureters are a common site of infection?

Answer 14

False

rarely a site of infection

Question 15

what is urethritis?

Answer 15

inflammation of the urinary bladder. It is often caused by infection and is usually accompanied by frequent, painful urination.

Question 16

what are risk factors for a UTI?

Answer 16

Diabetes
Advanced age
Urinary retention
Catheterization
Obstruction
Enlarged prostate
Narrowed urethra
Kidney stones
Immobility
Female gender
Pregnancy
Increased sexual activity

Question 17

what are S/S of bladder infection?

Answer 17

Cloudy urine
may have a strong odor

Low grade fever

Pain or burning with urination

Cramping in the lower abdomen or back

Strong need to urinate often
even right after the bladder has been emptied

Question 18

S/S of kidney infection ares?

Answer 18

Mental changes or confusion!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chills or night sweats
Fatigue
Fever
Flank, back, or groin pain
Flushed, warm, or reddened skin
Nausea and vomiting

Question 19

How to prevent a UTI?

Answer 19

Drinking plenty of water

Urinating soon after intercourse

Wiping front to back

Good hygiene

Eat yogurt

Question 20

medical management for UTI?

Answer 20

antibitoics

treat cause of recurrent infections

Question 21

what are the PT implications for treating a pt with a UTI

Answer 21

Be able to recognize S/S of UTI

Contact physician if
Fever > 102
Nausea and vomitting
Mental status change