NR507- Advanced Pathophysiology Final Exam Score An A+
Acute renal failure Reversible Determining prognosis- kidneys respond to diuretic with good output; this indicates that kidneys are functioning well Acute Pyelonephritis Diagnosing by clinical symptoms alone can be difficult; can be similar to cystitis Diagnosis established by: -Urine culture -Urinalysis (WBC casts indicates pyelonephritis, but may not always be present) -Signs/Symptoms -Complicated pyelonephritis requires blood cultures and urinary tract imaging Renal Calculi (Renal Stones) Goals of Treatment: Manage acute pain Promote passage of stone Reduce size of stone Prevent new stone formation
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