Urinary Terms Flashcards
1
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Retention
A
Accumulation of urine in bladder, with the inability to empty fully
2
Q
Hematuria
A
Blood in the urine
3
Q
Stress Incontinence
A
Strain on the bladder
4
Q
Dribbling
A
Leakage of urine despite voluntary control of urine
5
Q
Nocturia
A
Voiding at night
6
Q
Polyuria
A
Voiding large amounts of urine
7
Q
Hesitency
A
Difficulty in initiating urination
8
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Frequency
A
Voiding more than 8 times in 24 hours
9
Q
Dysuria
A
Difficult or painful urination
10
Q
Urgency
A
Sudden and compelling urge to void that cannot be postponed
11
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Incontinence
A
Involuntary loss of urine
