Category 1
What is enuresis?
Occasional involuntary passage of urine.
What is IU?
Urinary Incontinence
What term is used to explain involuntary leakage of urine?
Urinary Incontinence
How much urine does the kidney produce an hour?
50 - 60mL of urine/hour
The internal sphincter is under voluntary control.
True or False?
False
How does caffeine consumption affect urine production?
It acts as a diuretic, increasing urine production.
How does alcohol consumption affect urine production?
High alcohol intake impairs ADH release causing increased urine production.
How much urine can a normal bladder store?
500mLs of urine
What does urine signify?
Urine indicates hydration status, as well as ruling out diseases or infections in the kidney and urinary tract.
What should be assessed when assessing urine?
Assess color, clarity, odor, and amount of urine.
What do the kidneys filter?
Metabolic wastes, toxins, drugs, hormone, etc.
What is micturition?
The act of urination, starting the stream of urine/ releasing the urine from the bladder.
What is dysuria?
Painful or difficult urinating.
Can be associated with infection or partial obstruction of urinary tract; along with medications that cause urinary retention.
What is anuria?
Absence of urine.
Can be associated with kidney failure or congestive heart failure.
Urine output is <than 100mL in 24 hours
What are diuretics?
Often called "water pills"
Treats blood pressure, fluid retention and oedema by increasing urine output
What is the purpose of the urethra?
To transport urine from the bladder to the body's exterior
What can be indicated if a patient has frequent urination?
Can be a sign of a UTI or diabetes
What factors can affect urinary elimination?
Age, fluid intake, medications, surgery, diet, diseases, metabolism, activity level.
What are you supposed to assess for when assessing urine?
COCA (Color, odor, consistency, and amount)
Assessing if the patients urine is normal for them and is used to determine if the patient has any infections.
What is the normal specific gravity range for urine?
1.002 - 1.030
What nursing interventions can be used, that the nurse can instruct the patient to perform to decrease urinary incontinence?
- Eliminating caffeine from diet/ lowering consumption to <100mg per day
- Quit smoking (if patient is a smoker)
- Find resources to be able to lose weight
- Eliminating/limiting alcohol consumption
- Eliminating artificial sweeteners, spicy foods, and citrus fruits (these irritate the bladder)
Describe urinary diversion.
Surgically created opening for the elimination of urine, required when the bladder needs to be removed or bypassed.
When assessing a patient's urine, what findings would indicate a UTI?
What are some interventions that promote healthy urinary elimination?
- Staying hydrated (Drink 6-8 8oz glasses of water each day)
- Practice proper wiping techniques
- Maintain health diet
- Empty the bladder before and after sexual activity
- Consider talking to your provider about a probiotic that with work for you
- Choose breathable underwear
What do chemical reagent tests, test for?
Kidney function, urinary tract, and other abnormalities.
EX: pH balance, glucose, protein etc.