Urine Color Flashcards
What is the normal color range of urine?
Pale yellow to amber.
True or False: Clear urine indicates dehydration.
False.
What does dark yellow or amber urine typically indicate?
Dehydration.
Fill in the blank: Urine color is primarily due to the pigment __________.
urochrome.
What can cause urine to appear red or pink?
Blood, certain foods, or medications.
True or False: Cloudy urine can be a sign of an infection.
True.
What is the significance of clear urine?
It typically indicates proper hydration.
Which foods can cause orange urine?
Carrots and beets.
What does brown urine indicate?
Possible liver disease or dehydration.
Multiple choice: Which of the following can cause blue or green urine? A) Medications B) Food C) Dehydration D) All of the above
D) All of the above.
What does foamy urine potentially indicate?
Proteinuria or kidney issues.
True or False: Urine color can vary throughout the day.
True.
What should you do if you notice persistent changes in urine color?
Consult a healthcare professional.
What is the primary method for assessing urine clarity?
Visual inspection.
Fill in the blank: __________ urine can indicate a metabolic disorder.
Sweet-smelling.
True or False: Hydration does not affect urine color.
False.
What color does urine typically turn after consuming asparagus?
Greenish tint.
What is the main health concern if urine is consistently cloudy?
Potential urinary tract infection (UTI).
What does a strong odor in urine often indicate?
Dehydration or dietary factors.
Multiple choice: Which condition is NOT associated with dark urine? A) Hematuria B) Liver disease C) Diabetes D) Hyperhydration
D) Hyperhydration.
Fill in the blank: Urine should be __________ when a person is well-hydrated.
light yellow.
What might a very pale urine color suggest?
Excessive hydration or diabetes insipidus.
True or False: Urine color can be affected by medications.
True.
What is the term for the presence of blood in urine?
Hematuria.
