COMPLETE VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
kidneys are said to be
retroperitoneal
located between the levels of the last thoracic and third lumbar vertebral a
position where they are partially protected by ribs 11 and 12
kidneys
what do the kidneys do?
filter blood
excrete waste products
maintain fluid balance
an analysis of the vL and physical chemical and microscopic properties of urine
urinalysis
how much urine can the bladder hold?
200-400 mL
what is the function of the urethra
discharge urine from the body
a lack of voluntary control over micturition
incontinence
failure to void urine completely or normally
retention
testes produce __________ and secrete _______________
sperm and hormones (testosterone)
whats the function of the vagina
carries menstrual flow from uterus
serves as terminal pt of birth canal
receptive organ for sex
, where does the uterus sit
pelvic cavity between bladder and rectum
where are the Fallopian tubes located?
upper pt of the uterus and extend laterally to the ovaries
what do the ovaries secrete?
estrogen and progesterone
what the the functions of estrogen and progesterone
controlling menstrual cycle
supporting pregnancy
a bacterial infection of the lower urinary tract, more common in females
urinary tract infection
whats the plan for a UTI
urinalysis
admin antibiotics
pt edu. about hydration and hygiene
an acute infection of the kidneys (upper urinary tract infection)
pyelonephritis
what can you do to test for pyelonephritis
costovertebral angle tenderness
whats the plan for pyelonephritis
urinalysis
admin antibiotics
admin IV fluids
stones formed in the pelvis of the kidney which obstruct urinary tract
renal calculi (kidney stone)
marked by severe cramping flank pain with nausea and vomiting
renal colic
whats the plan for renal calculi
urinalysis
admin pain meds
x ray/ct scan