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Chronic Kidney Disease Diet
low protein, low potassium, low phosphorus
Cystoscopy post-procedure teaching
hematuria, post-procedure discomfort, burning when voiding
Cause of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
aspiration related to near drowning and aspiration related to vomiting, overdose, etc.
Increased Risk for urinary stone
Calciuria, Dehydration, Prolonged immobility from paralysis, UTI (P. mirabilis), Obstructive disorders, such as an enlarged prostate gland, which foster urinary stasis, Metabolic disorders, such as gout, in which uric acid crystallizes, Osteoporosis, in which bone is demineralized, , Family history, Diets that are high in protein, sodium, and/or sugar, Obesity
Diminished or absent breath sounds are heard during auscultation of:
Pleural effusion and empyema
What is cryptorchidism?
failure of testes to descend
Renal cancer symptoms
asymptomatic initially, then flank pain, mass, blood in urine without pain
In metabolic acidosis, pH is: (high or low)
What do the lungs do to correct this?
Low, "blow off" CO2 to increase pH
Assessment required for patient on dialysis
Assess bruit and thrill
Assess skin for signs of infection
Assess for disequilibrium syndrome post dialysis
Pulmonary hypertension symptoms
dyspnea on exertion, dyspnea at rest, weakness, chest pain, peripheral edema, distended neck veins and crackles
What is a thoracentesis?
aspiration in the pleural space of fluid or air under local anesthesia
BPH symptoms
Purpose of ureteral stent
allow passage of stones during inflammation
What is a bronchoscopy?
Provider numbs the throat and uses a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope, which allows for more thorough visualization of the smaller and more peripheral airways
OSA Symptoms
Snore loudly, daytime fatigue, morning headache, inability to concentrate, insomnia, sore throat, arrhythmias, and ED