NURS 620 Maryville Exam 3 2026/2027 |
Latest Study Guide | Practice Questions,
Answers & Detailed Rationales
-obstructions
-antibiotic-resistant bacteria ---- presence of multiple strains of bacteria - correct
answer-What are potential causes of chronic infection/UTI?
-fever
-N/V
-Pain (abdominal, pelvic, back)
-LMP
-Contraceptive use
-Sexual partners
-hygeine habits
-Vaginal discharge/irritation
-hx of UTIs - correct answer-What additional HPI questions would you want to ask
a patient with urinary complaints (dyuria, urgency, etc.)?
-Usually bladder problem
-UTI
,-Pyleonephritis
-STI
-inflammatory lesions of the prostate, bladder, & urethra
-Bladder tumors
Chronic renal failure
-nephrolitiasis
-vaginitis/prostatitis
-Prolapsed uterus
-pelvic peritonitis
-cancer of cervix or prostate - correct answer-What are possible differential
diagnosis of dysuria?
UA - correct answer-What is the easiest, most noninvasive, and most economical
way to identify UTI and/or other renal problems?
Lower urinary tract infection - correct answer-Infection that occurs when the
normal sterile condition of the urinary tract is invaded by pathogenic bacteria
Urethra: urethritis
Bladder: cystitis
Bladder wall; Intersitital cystitis (IC)
Prostate Gland: Prostatitis - correct answer-Name the types of lower urinary tract
infections.
Onset of UTI in a previously symptom-free individual. - correct answer-Acute
lower urinary tract infections are characterized by what?
,UA C&S - correct answer-What tests would you order to diagnose lower UTI?
-cloudy urine clarity
-positive leukocytes esterase
-positive nitrites (signals gram - organism, may have false -)
-Protein: 1+-4+ (kidney problems)
-Alkaline urine (PH 6.5-8)
-RBCs may be present - correct answer-What results would make you suspect
UTI?
-2 or more symptomatic UTIs w/in 6 months
-3 or > within 12 months - correct answer-Who should receive prophylaxis for
recurrent UTI?
After previous UTI resolution is confirmed - correct answer-When should
prophylaxis for recurrent UTI be intiated?
-Daily dosing for 6 months
-Post-coital prophylaxis
-self medication (3-4 days of therapy when symptoms being - correct answer-
Antibiotic regimin for recurrent UTI prophylaxis.
-Dysuria
-urinary frequency & urgency
-hematuria
, -low back or suprapubic pain/tenderness
-elderly=AMS - correct answer-What is the clinical presentation of uncomplicated
UTI?
-Bactrim 1 DS BID x 3
-Cefdinir 500 mg BID x 5
-Nitrofurantoin 100 mg BID x 5 - correct answer-WHat is the oral treatment for
acute uncomplicated UTI?
•Complete the antibiotic regimen
•Proper hygiene
•Drink plenty of water (8 - 8oz glasses)
•Cotton undergarments
•Empty bladder after sexual intercourse
•Empty bladder frequently
•No tub baths or bubble baths - correct answer-Patient education for
uncomplicated UTI
Chronic Pelvic Pain - correct answer-Non-cyclic pain of 6 or more months
duration that is localized to the pelvis and is sufficient severity to cause functional
disability
Endometriosis
Intersitial cystitis
IBS - correct answer-3 most common disorders causing Chronic pelvic pain?
Latest Study Guide | Practice Questions,
Answers & Detailed Rationales
-obstructions
-antibiotic-resistant bacteria ---- presence of multiple strains of bacteria - correct
answer-What are potential causes of chronic infection/UTI?
-fever
-N/V
-Pain (abdominal, pelvic, back)
-LMP
-Contraceptive use
-Sexual partners
-hygeine habits
-Vaginal discharge/irritation
-hx of UTIs - correct answer-What additional HPI questions would you want to ask
a patient with urinary complaints (dyuria, urgency, etc.)?
-Usually bladder problem
-UTI
,-Pyleonephritis
-STI
-inflammatory lesions of the prostate, bladder, & urethra
-Bladder tumors
Chronic renal failure
-nephrolitiasis
-vaginitis/prostatitis
-Prolapsed uterus
-pelvic peritonitis
-cancer of cervix or prostate - correct answer-What are possible differential
diagnosis of dysuria?
UA - correct answer-What is the easiest, most noninvasive, and most economical
way to identify UTI and/or other renal problems?
Lower urinary tract infection - correct answer-Infection that occurs when the
normal sterile condition of the urinary tract is invaded by pathogenic bacteria
Urethra: urethritis
Bladder: cystitis
Bladder wall; Intersitital cystitis (IC)
Prostate Gland: Prostatitis - correct answer-Name the types of lower urinary tract
infections.
Onset of UTI in a previously symptom-free individual. - correct answer-Acute
lower urinary tract infections are characterized by what?
,UA C&S - correct answer-What tests would you order to diagnose lower UTI?
-cloudy urine clarity
-positive leukocytes esterase
-positive nitrites (signals gram - organism, may have false -)
-Protein: 1+-4+ (kidney problems)
-Alkaline urine (PH 6.5-8)
-RBCs may be present - correct answer-What results would make you suspect
UTI?
-2 or more symptomatic UTIs w/in 6 months
-3 or > within 12 months - correct answer-Who should receive prophylaxis for
recurrent UTI?
After previous UTI resolution is confirmed - correct answer-When should
prophylaxis for recurrent UTI be intiated?
-Daily dosing for 6 months
-Post-coital prophylaxis
-self medication (3-4 days of therapy when symptoms being - correct answer-
Antibiotic regimin for recurrent UTI prophylaxis.
-Dysuria
-urinary frequency & urgency
-hematuria
, -low back or suprapubic pain/tenderness
-elderly=AMS - correct answer-What is the clinical presentation of uncomplicated
UTI?
-Bactrim 1 DS BID x 3
-Cefdinir 500 mg BID x 5
-Nitrofurantoin 100 mg BID x 5 - correct answer-WHat is the oral treatment for
acute uncomplicated UTI?
•Complete the antibiotic regimen
•Proper hygiene
•Drink plenty of water (8 - 8oz glasses)
•Cotton undergarments
•Empty bladder after sexual intercourse
•Empty bladder frequently
•No tub baths or bubble baths - correct answer-Patient education for
uncomplicated UTI
Chronic Pelvic Pain - correct answer-Non-cyclic pain of 6 or more months
duration that is localized to the pelvis and is sufficient severity to cause functional
disability
Endometriosis
Intersitial cystitis
IBS - correct answer-3 most common disorders causing Chronic pelvic pain?
