Assessment
Pain, burning or discomfort when passing urine
What is dysuria
A serious urinary tract infection that affects one or both kidneys and is typically caused by bacteria travelling up to the kidney from the bladder
What is pyelonephritis
A blood test that is performed to check for signs of kidney infection through an elevated WBC count
What is complete blood count (CBC
A urinary tract analgesic that is used to soothe the pain, urgency, burning, and frequent urination caused by a urinary tract infection (UTI)
What is phenazopyridine
A moderate to severe pain when lightly taping or pressing over the kidney area on the affected side(s)
What is costovertebral angle tenderness (CVAT)
A blockage in one or both of the tubes (ureters) that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder
What is ureteral obstruction
This lab test will identify any positive nitrites and/or leukocyte estarase
What is urinalysis
This medication should not be used for suspected pyelonephritis and is contraindicated/used with caution in reduced kidney function
What is nitrofurantoin