RENAL/URINARY Flashcards
1
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Normal SG:
A
- 003-1.030
- Elevated SG can indicate concentrated urine and can be a sign of dehydration
2
Q
Nephrotic syndrome:
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Characterized by massive proteinuria and hypoalbuminemia, which results in severe edema most evident in the abdomen, face, and perineum
3
Q
Features of cushing syndrome:
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- Moon face
- Muscle wasting
- Striae
- Central obesity
- Supraclavicular fat pads
- Buffalo hump
- HTN
- Hyperglycemia
- Derm changes: possible and include easy bruising, purple striae, and skin atrophy
- Muscle weakness and bone loss
4
Q
Cushing syndrome:
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Result of prolonged exposure to excess corticosteroids; prednisone, hydrocortisone
5
Q
LITHIUM =
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NO NSAIDS (ibuprofen) and thiazide diuretics -Acetaminophen is better
6
Q
Addison’s disease:
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adrenocortical insufficiency or hypofunction of the adrenal cortex –> can lead to Addisonian crisis (triggered by stress)
7
Q
Manifestations of Addisonian crisis:
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- Hypotension and tachycardia
- Dehydration
- Hyperkalemia and hyponatremia
- hypoglycemia
- Fever
- Weakness and confusion
8
Q
Signs of peritonitis (major concern with PD):
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- Cloudy outflow (effluent)
- Tachycardia
- Low-grade fever
9
Q
Itching is a common finding associated with acute/chronic kidney failure. T/F
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TRUE
