Basic
The urinary system is the ________ system of the body
Filtering
Bean-shaped paired organs, located at back of abdominal cavity,
filters waste and produces urine, maintains water balance and BP, regulates electrolytes
Kidney
what are symptoms of renal calculi? (atleast 3)
abdominal or back pain
painful urination
frequent urination
blood in urine
nausea, vomiting, chills, fever
What is the CNA's role in urination?
- keep incontinent residents clean and dry
- provide privacy; dont rush or interrupt urination
- encourage fluids
How do the male and Femal urethras differ?
The males is 7-8 inches in length, while the females is 1.5 inches
the inability to control bladder, leading to involuntary loss of urine
not a normal part of aging
Urinary incontinence