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NURS 620 Maryville Exam 3 2025 REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS |MOST TESTED QUESTIONS AND
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What are potential causes of chronic infection/UTI? - (ANSWER)-obstructions
-antibiotic-resistant bacteria ---- presence of multiple strains of bacteria
What additional HPI questions would you want to ask a patient with urinary
complaints (dyuria, urgency, etc.)? - (ANSWER)-fever
-N/V
-Pain (abdominal, pelvic, back)
-LMP
-Contraceptive use
-Sexual partners
-hygeine habits
-Vaginal discharge/irritation
-hx of UTIs
What are possible differential diagnosis of dysuria? - (ANSWER)-Usually bladder
problem
-UTI
-Pyleonephritis
-STI
, 2
-inflammatory lesions of the prostate, bladder, & urethra
-Bladder tumors
Chronic renal failure
-nephrolitiasis
-vaginitis/prostatitis
-Prolapsed uterus
-pelvic peritonitis
-cancer of cervix or prostate
What is the easiest, most noninvasive, and most economical way to identify UTI
and/or other renal problems? - (ANSWER)UA
Infection that occurs when the normal sterile condition of the urinary tract is
invaded by pathogenic bacteria - (ANSWER)Lower urinary tract infection
Name the types of lower urinary tract infections. - (ANSWER)Urethra: urethritis
Bladder: cystitis
Bladder wall; Intersitital cystitis (IC)
Prostate Gland: Prostatitis
Acute lower urinary tract infections are characterized by what? - (ANSWER)Onset
of UTI in a previously symptom-free individual.
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What tests would you order to diagnose lower UTI? - (ANSWER)UA C&S
What results would make you suspect UTI? - (ANSWER)-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
Who should receive prophylaxis for recurrent UTI? - (ANSWER)-2 or more
symptomatic UTIs w/in 6 months
-3 or > within 12 months
When should prophylaxis for recurrent UTI be intiated? - (ANSWER)After
previous UTI resolution is confirmed
Antibiotic regimin for recurrent UTI prophylaxis. - (ANSWER)-Daily dosing for 6
months
-Post-coital prophylaxis
-self medication (3-4 days of therapy when symptoms being
What is the clinical presentation of uncomplicated UTI? - (ANSWER)-Dysuria
-urinary frequency & urgency
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-hematuria
-low back or suprapubic pain/tenderness
-elderly=AMS
WHat is the oral treatment for acute uncomplicated UTI? - (ANSWER)-Bactrim 1
DS BID x 3
-Cefdinir 500 mg BID x 5
-Nitrofurantoin 100 mg BID x 5
Patient education for uncomplicated UTI - (ANSWER)•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
Non-cyclic pain of 6 or more months duration that is localized to the pelvis and is
sufficient severity to cause functional disability - (ANSWER)Chronic Pelvic Pain
3 most common disorders causing Chronic pelvic pain? - (ANSWER)Endometriosis
Intersitial cystitis
NURS 620 Maryville Exam 3 2025 REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS |MOST TESTED QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS |100% ACCURATE|GET IT
RIGHT!!
What are potential causes of chronic infection/UTI? - (ANSWER)-obstructions
-antibiotic-resistant bacteria ---- presence of multiple strains of bacteria
What additional HPI questions would you want to ask a patient with urinary
complaints (dyuria, urgency, etc.)? - (ANSWER)-fever
-N/V
-Pain (abdominal, pelvic, back)
-LMP
-Contraceptive use
-Sexual partners
-hygeine habits
-Vaginal discharge/irritation
-hx of UTIs
What are possible differential diagnosis of dysuria? - (ANSWER)-Usually bladder
problem
-UTI
-Pyleonephritis
-STI
, 2
-inflammatory lesions of the prostate, bladder, & urethra
-Bladder tumors
Chronic renal failure
-nephrolitiasis
-vaginitis/prostatitis
-Prolapsed uterus
-pelvic peritonitis
-cancer of cervix or prostate
What is the easiest, most noninvasive, and most economical way to identify UTI
and/or other renal problems? - (ANSWER)UA
Infection that occurs when the normal sterile condition of the urinary tract is
invaded by pathogenic bacteria - (ANSWER)Lower urinary tract infection
Name the types of lower urinary tract infections. - (ANSWER)Urethra: urethritis
Bladder: cystitis
Bladder wall; Intersitital cystitis (IC)
Prostate Gland: Prostatitis
Acute lower urinary tract infections are characterized by what? - (ANSWER)Onset
of UTI in a previously symptom-free individual.
, 3
What tests would you order to diagnose lower UTI? - (ANSWER)UA C&S
What results would make you suspect UTI? - (ANSWER)-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
Who should receive prophylaxis for recurrent UTI? - (ANSWER)-2 or more
symptomatic UTIs w/in 6 months
-3 or > within 12 months
When should prophylaxis for recurrent UTI be intiated? - (ANSWER)After
previous UTI resolution is confirmed
Antibiotic regimin for recurrent UTI prophylaxis. - (ANSWER)-Daily dosing for 6
months
-Post-coital prophylaxis
-self medication (3-4 days of therapy when symptoms being
What is the clinical presentation of uncomplicated UTI? - (ANSWER)-Dysuria
-urinary frequency & urgency
, 4
-hematuria
-low back or suprapubic pain/tenderness
-elderly=AMS
WHat is the oral treatment for acute uncomplicated UTI? - (ANSWER)-Bactrim 1
DS BID x 3
-Cefdinir 500 mg BID x 5
-Nitrofurantoin 100 mg BID x 5
Patient education for uncomplicated UTI - (ANSWER)•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
Non-cyclic pain of 6 or more months duration that is localized to the pelvis and is
sufficient severity to cause functional disability - (ANSWER)Chronic Pelvic Pain
3 most common disorders causing Chronic pelvic pain? - (ANSWER)Endometriosis
Intersitial cystitis
