Renal Flashcards

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Expected findings for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

A

Urgency
• Nocturia
• Weak urine stream
• Hesitancy
• Incomplete emptying (retention)
• Hematuria
• PSA test
• Watch for urinary retention (bladder scan)

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Assessing a person with sudden onset of urinary incontinence

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What is likely the cause? UTI cystitis

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3
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Findings Associated with urinary retention

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BLADDER SCANNER
• Pain/discomfort
• Overflow incontinence
• Bladder distension
• Back pain
• Frequent urination
• Difficulty initiating urination
• Retention
• Weak stream

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4
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Assessing post-removal of an in dwelling catheter

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Watch for urinary retention

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