Urine Color Flashcards

1
Q

What is the normal color range of urine?

A

Pale yellow to amber.

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2
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True or False: Clear urine indicates dehydration.

A

False.

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3
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What does dark yellow or amber urine typically indicate?

A

Dehydration.

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4
Q

Fill in the blank: Urine color is primarily due to the pigment __________.

A

urochrome.

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5
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What can cause urine to appear red or pink?

A

Blood, certain foods, or medications.

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6
Q

True or False: Cloudy urine can be a sign of an infection.

A

True.

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7
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What is the significance of clear urine?

A

It typically indicates proper hydration.

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8
Q

Which foods can cause orange urine?

A

Carrots and beets.

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9
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What does brown urine indicate?

A

Possible liver disease or dehydration.

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10
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Multiple choice: Which of the following can cause blue or green urine? A) Medications B) Food C) Dehydration D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above.

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11
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What does foamy urine potentially indicate?

A

Proteinuria or kidney issues.

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12
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True or False: Urine color can vary throughout the day.

A

True.

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13
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What should you do if you notice persistent changes in urine color?

A

Consult a healthcare professional.

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14
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What is the primary method for assessing urine clarity?

A

Visual inspection.

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15
Q

Fill in the blank: __________ urine can indicate a metabolic disorder.

A

Sweet-smelling.

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16
Q

True or False: Hydration does not affect urine color.

A

False.

17
Q

What color does urine typically turn after consuming asparagus?

A

Greenish tint.

18
Q

What is the main health concern if urine is consistently cloudy?

A

Potential urinary tract infection (UTI).

19
Q

What does a strong odor in urine often indicate?

A

Dehydration or dietary factors.

20
Q

Multiple choice: Which condition is NOT associated with dark urine? A) Hematuria B) Liver disease C) Diabetes D) Hyperhydration

A

D) Hyperhydration.

21
Q

Fill in the blank: Urine should be __________ when a person is well-hydrated.

A

light yellow.

22
Q

What might a very pale urine color suggest?

A

Excessive hydration or diabetes insipidus.

23
Q

True or False: Urine color can be affected by medications.

A

True.

24
Q

What is the term for the presence of blood in urine?

A

Hematuria.

25
Q

What is the normal clarity of urine?

A

Clear to slightly cloudy.

26
Q

What can cause urine to have a milky appearance?

A

High levels of fat or protein.