Urinary Elimination

Question 1

What is Polyuria?

Answer 1

Or diuresis is the production of an abnormally large amounts of urine.

Question 2

What is Oliguria?

Answer 2

Decreased urinary output. Usually less than 500ml/day or 30ml/hr for an adult. Can indicate impaired blood flow to kidneys

Question 3

What is frequency?

Answer 3

Voiding at frequent intervals, more than 4-6 times a day. Can indicate UTI, increased consumption of fluids, enlarged prostate, pregnancy or stress.

Question 4

What is Dysuria?

Answer 4

When voiding is difficult or painful. Can be from UTI, bladder or urethra injury or decreased size of urethra.

Question 5

What is Enuresis?

Answer 5

Involuntary urination beyond the age when voluntary bladder control is expected

Question 6

What is the average daily urinary output for an adult?

Answer 6

1200-1500ml

Question 7

What is an average daily urinary output for kids between 8-14 yo?

Answer 7

700-1400ml