Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Phase 2a med mine > PTS GU > Flashcards

PTS GU Flashcards

1
Q

What is the other name for kidney stones?

A

Nephrolithiasis

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Where are kidney stones formed?

A

Collecting duct

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Where can kidney stones be deposited?

A

Anywhere from renal pelvis to ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Where can kidney stones be deposited?

A

Anywhere from the renal pelvis to ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What are most kidney stones made of?

A

Calcium oxalate

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What can kidneys stones be made of?

A

Calcium oxalate-mc
Calcium phosphate
Uric acid
Struvite
Cysteine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Name some risk factors for developing kidney stones

A

Dehydration
Obesity
UTI’s
Hyperparathyroidism
PMH
Males

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

Describe the pathophysiology of nephrolithiasis

A

Excess solute in collecting duct-> supersaturated urine-> crystallisation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

Phase 2a med mine (11 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions