NR 224: Fundamentals Exam 2 (Ch. 45 Urinary Elimination) Flashcards
Anuria
failure of the kidneys to produce urine
Potter 1045
Bacteremia
bacteria in the bloodstream
Potter 1046
Bacteriuria
bacteria in the urine
Potter 1046
Catheterization
introduction of a catheter into a body cavity or organ to inject or remove fluid
(Potter 1061)
Cystitis
irritated bladder caused by frequent & urgency of needing to void
(Potter 1047)
Diuresis
increased rate of formation & excretion or urine
Potter 1045
Dysuria
painful urination resulting from bacterial infection of the bladder & obstructive conditions of the urethra
(Potter 1047)
Erythropoietin
a hormone secreted by the kidneys that increases the rate of production of RBCs in response to decrease of O2 levels in the tissues
(Potter 1043)
Hematuria
Abnormal presence of blood in the urine
Potter 1047
Hyperactive/Overactive Bladder
common bladder complaint that occurs more frequently with aging & includes the symptoms of urgency, frequency, nocturia, urge incontinence
(Potter 1047)
Meatus
(Potter 1051)
Micturition
Urination; act of passing or expelling urine voluntarily through the urethra
(Potter 1044)
Nephron
functional unit of the kidneys, forms the urine
Potter 1043
Nephrostomy
procedure where a tube is place directly into the renal pelvis
(Potter 1047)
Nocturia
urination at night; can be a symptom of renal disease or may occur in persons who drink excessive amounts of fluids before bedtime
(Potter 1045)
Nocturnal Enuresis
nighttime voiding without awakening (bedwetting)
Potter 1049
Oliguria
decreased of urine output despite of normal intake
Potter 1045
Overflow Incontinence
bladder is overly full & bladder pressure exceeds sphincter pressure, resulting in involuntary leakage of urine
(Potter 1044)
Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegel Exercises)
(Potter 1066)
Polyuria
An excessive output of urine
Potter 1045
Proteinuria
presence of large protein in the urine (sign of glomerular injury)
(Potter 1043)
Pyelonephritis
(Potter 1047)
Reflex Incontinence
damage to the spinal cord above the sacral region -> loss of voluntary control of urination while reflex pathway is intact but no sensation of needing to void
(Potter 1044)
Renal Calculus
an obstruction within a ureter (ex: kidney stone), results in strong peristaltic wave that attempt to move the obstruction into the bladder
(Potter 1044)