week 11 flash part 2 Flashcards
what is urothelial cancer
bladder cancer
what are the symptoms of bladder cancer
painless blood in urine, dysuria, frequency, urgency (to void)
what are the important things to note with chemo for bladder cancer
- its chemo inside the bladder
- use separate toilet
- wash clothing with bleach
what are the two main surgical interventions for bladder cancer
transurethral resection of bladder tumour
complete cystectomy
which type of urinary system does not respond well to chemo
renal cancer
what is the main treatment for kidney cancer
nephrectomy (removal of one kidney)
why would a nephrectomy cause Addisons
what is the main post op care for a prostectomy
monitor kidney function
kegal exercises if continent
what is nephrotic syndrome
damage to kidney makes it very permeable, body passes too much protein in urine
why would nephrotic syndrome cause high cholesterol
because cholesterol is a protein
liver senses a decrease in proteins so it makes more
which type of AKI is treated with a higher fluid intake
pre renal AKI
which type of AKI is treated with a lower fluid intake
intra and post renal AKI
how does CKD Affect the respiratory system
causes pulm edema and kussmauls respirations also
how can you tell if a dialysis patient had too much of a fluid shift
- change in LOC
- nausea/vomiting
- headache
