NSG 124 Unit 8 Chapter 12- Questions and
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What is the primary To maintain water and electrolyte balance by filtering
function of the kidneys? blood and excreting urine.
What are nephrons? The filtering units of the kidneys that create urine.
What waste products do Urea and ammonia, along with extra water, sodium,
the kidneys remove? and potassium.
What happens to blood They remain in the blood while water and small
cells and proteins in the particles leave the capillaries.
nephron capillaries?
What is the role of renal They draw out most of the water and helpful particles
tubules in nephron while keeping waste products in the urine.
function?
What is the typical daily About 2400 mL (nearly 2.5 quarts).
urine output for most
people?
How does sodium affect Where sodium goes, water follows, leading to
water retention in the increased urine output when sodium is excreted.
kidneys?
What characterizes Spastic contraction of the detrusor muscle, leading to
overactive bladder high bladder pressure and urgency to urinate.
(OAB)?
, What are common Sudden, unstoppable need to urinate and intermittent
symptoms of overactive loss of bladder control (incontinence).
bladder?
How do urinary They decrease spasms of the detrusor muscle,
antispasmodics help with reducing frequency, urgency, and incontinence.
OAB?
What is the usual 5 mg orally 2-3 times per day, with a maximum of 30
maintenance dose for mg/day.
oxybutynin?
What are some common Dry mouth, dry eyes, headache, dizziness, and
side effects of urinary constipation.
antispasmodics?
What are potential Chest pain, fast or irregular heart rate, shortness of
adverse effects of urinary breath, and confusion.
antispasmodics?
What precautions should Use with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding
be taken when using women; some drugs may increase the risk of birth
urinary antispasmodics? defects.
What is the recommended Take on an empty stomach with water; do not crush or
administration method for chew extended-release capsules.
urinary antispasmodics?
What should patients Daily weight, blood pressure, and signs of
monitor while taking dehydration or overheating.
urinary antispasmodics?
What is the effect of They may decrease perspiration, increasing the risk for
urinary antispasmodics on heatstroke during exercise or hot weather.
perspiration?
What should be done if a Take it as soon as possible, but skip it if it's almost time
dose of urinary for the next dose.
antispasmodics is missed?
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Terms in this set (116)
What is the primary To maintain water and electrolyte balance by filtering
function of the kidneys? blood and excreting urine.
What are nephrons? The filtering units of the kidneys that create urine.
What waste products do Urea and ammonia, along with extra water, sodium,
the kidneys remove? and potassium.
What happens to blood They remain in the blood while water and small
cells and proteins in the particles leave the capillaries.
nephron capillaries?
What is the role of renal They draw out most of the water and helpful particles
tubules in nephron while keeping waste products in the urine.
function?
What is the typical daily About 2400 mL (nearly 2.5 quarts).
urine output for most
people?
How does sodium affect Where sodium goes, water follows, leading to
water retention in the increased urine output when sodium is excreted.
kidneys?
What characterizes Spastic contraction of the detrusor muscle, leading to
overactive bladder high bladder pressure and urgency to urinate.
(OAB)?
, What are common Sudden, unstoppable need to urinate and intermittent
symptoms of overactive loss of bladder control (incontinence).
bladder?
How do urinary They decrease spasms of the detrusor muscle,
antispasmodics help with reducing frequency, urgency, and incontinence.
OAB?
What is the usual 5 mg orally 2-3 times per day, with a maximum of 30
maintenance dose for mg/day.
oxybutynin?
What are some common Dry mouth, dry eyes, headache, dizziness, and
side effects of urinary constipation.
antispasmodics?
What are potential Chest pain, fast or irregular heart rate, shortness of
adverse effects of urinary breath, and confusion.
antispasmodics?
What precautions should Use with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding
be taken when using women; some drugs may increase the risk of birth
urinary antispasmodics? defects.
What is the recommended Take on an empty stomach with water; do not crush or
administration method for chew extended-release capsules.
urinary antispasmodics?
What should patients Daily weight, blood pressure, and signs of
monitor while taking dehydration or overheating.
urinary antispasmodics?
What is the effect of They may decrease perspiration, increasing the risk for
urinary antispasmodics on heatstroke during exercise or hot weather.
perspiration?
What should be done if a Take it as soon as possible, but skip it if it's almost time
dose of urinary for the next dose.
antispasmodics is missed?
