Renal/Urology Flashcards
1
Q
Lifestyle changes to prevent calcium oxalate stones
A
more fluids, low-salt low-protein diet. potassium citrate increases pH and combines with free calcium
2
Q
Signs of ethanol glycol poisoning
A
+ metabolic acidosis w/ anion gap
+ renal failure signs
+ intoxicated w/o signs of EtOH
3
Q
Treatment of ethanol glycol intoxication
A
Fomepizole (Antizol)
4
Q
Oral diabetic meds that can be taken with CKD
A
sulfonylureas (glipizide)
5
Q
Treatment of urge incontinence in women
A
1st line: behavioral, anticholinergic therapy
6
Q
What is the treatment for urinary retention in hospitalized patients?
A
alpha blockade (tamsulosin_ at time of catheter insertion