QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Serum creatinine. Answer: This will be elevated in the event of
kidney disease. Kidney function loss has to be at least 50%.
◉ BUN. Answer: Blood urea nitrogen. Results from breakdown of
protein in the liver
◉ BUN. Answer: Factors that affect this are:
- dehydration
- infection
- chemotherapy
- steroid therapy
- reabsorption of blood in the liver from damaged tissue
◉ Urinalysis. Answer: Collection of early morning specimen
provides a more concentrated sample
◉ Urine. Answer: Analyzed for color, clarity, concentration or
dilution, specific gravity and presence of drug metabolites, glucose,
ketone bodies and protein
, ◉ Urine. Answer: This is collected for 24 hours to measure levels of
creatinine or urea nitrogen, sodium, chloride, calcium,
catecholamines and proteins.
◉ Urine creatinine clearance. Answer: Urine collection for 24 hours
that measures glomerular filtration rates for clients who have
suspected renal dysfunction
◉ KUB. Answer: An x ray of the kidneys, ureters and bladder
◉ KUB. Answer: Can identify renal calculi, strictures, calcium
deposits or obstructions.
◉ Hemorrhage. Answer: The most immediate client risk following a
kidney biopsy if clotting does not occur at the puncture site
◉ Urinalysis. Answer: Clean catch specimen recommended for
culture and sensitivity.
◉ Dialysis. Answer: -Rids the body of excess fluid and electrolytes
- Achieves acid base balance
- Eliminates waste products