Renal Trauma Flashcards
1
Q
Renal trauma can be ? (2)
A
Blunt or penetrating
2
Q
Blunt renal tramua is most common? True or false?
A
True
3
Q
What are causes of blunt renal tramua? (4)
A
Abdominal , Flank, Back injury
Sport injuries
MVAD( motor vehicle )
Falls
4
Q
What is penetrating renal tramua?
Examples
A
Violence ( gun shot, stabbing )
5
Q
What is the clinical manifestation?
A
Hematuria
6
Q
What are diagnostic studies? (5)
A
Urinalysis
Ultrasound
Ct scan
Mri
Renal arteriogram
7
Q
What is the treatment of renal trauma? It first depends on the severity but? (5)
A
Bed rest
Fluids
Analgesia
Surgery / repair
Nephrectomy
8
Q
What is the nursing care for renal tramua? (4)
A
Asses CV status ; shock
adequate intake ( monitor input & output )
Pain management
Monitor for Hematuria & Myoglobinuria
