Urinary2 - Signs & Symptoms of Renal Disease

Question 1

5 Non-urine related symptoms in patients with kidney disease

Answer 1

1. ) General Symptoms - tiredness, insomnia, poor appetite due to a build up of toxins and impurities in the blood
2. ) Dry and Itchy Skin - imbalance of minerals and nutrients in the blood
3. ) Swollen Ankles and Feet - sodium retention
4. ) Muscle Cramping - electrolyte imbalances e.g. low calcium levels and poorly controlled phosphorous
5. ) Persistent Puffiness Around Eyes - protein leaking into urine

Question 2

3 Urine related symptoms in patients with kidney disease

Answer 2

1. ) Increased Urinary Frequency and Nocturia - damaged glomeruli increases urge to urinate
2. ) Haematuria - blood cells leak into urine
3. ) Foamy Urine - protein (mainly albumin) leaking into urine

Question 3

What do you have to examine in patients with renal disease?

4 Main, 4 Others

Answer 3

1. ) General Appearance
2. ) Blood Pressure
3. ) Fluid Balance
4. ) Urinalysis
5. ) Others - examination of hands and skin, pulse and bruits, heart, abdomen