Urolithiasis Flashcards
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Nephrolithiasis
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formation of stones in the kidneys.
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Patho of Urolithiasis
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Characterized by the presences of stones in the urinary tract, where they cause excruciating pain.
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Ureterolithiasis
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Formation of stones in the ureter.
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Formation of stones involves:
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- Slow urine flow, resulting in supersaturation of the urine w the particular element that first becomes the stone.
- Damage to the lining of the urinary tract.
- Decreased amounts of inhibitor substances in the urine that would otherwise prevent supersaturation & crystal aggregation.
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Hydronephrosis
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enlargement of the kidney caused by blockage of urine lower in the tract and filling of the kidney w urine
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Nursing interventions for urolithiasis
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Pain management, prevention of infection and urinary obstruction
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Lithotripsy
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Use of sound, laser, or dry shock waves to break the stone into small fragments.
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Measures to prevent stone obstruction include
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high fluid intake (3 L/day) and careful measures of intake and output.
