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kidneys are said to be ✔✔retroperitoneal located between the levels of the last thoracic and third lumbar vertebral a position where theyare partially protected by ribs 11 and 12 ✔✔kidneys
what do the kidneys do? ✔✔filter blood excrete waste productsmaintain fluid balance
an analysis of the vL and physical chemical and microscopic properties of urine ✔✔urinalysis
how much urine can the bladder hold? ✔✔200-400 mL
what is the function of the urethra ✔✔discharge urine from the body
a lack of voluntary control over micturition ✔✔incontinence
failure to void urine completely or normally ✔✔retention
testes produce __________ and secrete _______________(testosterone) ✔✔sperm and hormones
whats the function of the vagina ✔✔carries menstrual flow from uterus serves as terminal pt of birth canalreceptive organ for sex
where does the uterus sit ✔✔pelvic cavity between bladder and rectum
where are the Fallopian tubes located?ovaries ✔✔upper pt of the uterus and extend laterally to the
what do the ovaries secrete? ✔✔estrogen and progesterone
stones formed in the pelvis of the kidney which obstruct urinary tractstone) ✔✔renal calculi (kidney
marked by severe cramping flank pain with nausea and vomiting ✔✔renal colic
whats the plan for renal calculi ✔✔urinalysis admin pain medsx ray/ct scan admin IV fluidsdiet changes
pregnancy occurring outside the uterus, most commonly in the Fallopian tube, but can occurelsewhere ✔✔ectopic pregnancy
whats the plan for ectopic pregnancy ✔✔blood draw admin medspossible surgery
an infection of a woman's reproductive organs uterus, usually happens when a STI, likegonorrhea or chlamydia, isn't treated quickly ✔✔pelvic inflammatory disease
whats the plan for pelvic inflammatory disease ✔✔pregnancy test cervical cultureadmin antibiotics
inflammation of the epididymis, often seen in association with a UTI, may also result because ofan STI ✔✔epididymitis
whats the plan for epididymitis (9) ✔✔draw blood urinalysisultrasound admin iv fluidsadmin meds restcold therapy elevate scrotum
testiclesepididymes scrotumprostate gland seminal vesicles what are the external female genitalia ✔✔mons pubis labia majoralabia minora clitorisvestibular glands vaginal vestibulevaginal orifice urethral opening what are the internal female genitalia ✔✔vagina uterusfallopian tubes
ovaries where are kidney stones formed ✔✔pelvis of the kidney
indications for an indwelling catheter include the followingoutput ✔✔accurate measurement of urine postoperate urine drainageincrease comfort in incontinent patients bladder obstructionpressure ulcer that cannot heal
food enters the mouth first and is broken down by both saliva and chewingdigestion ✔✔mechanical
food passes from the mouth through the oropharynx and into the the esophagus where it istransported to the stomach ✔✔chemical digestion
what organ continues to break down nutrients and absorb them ✔✔small intestine
what organ is often considered with the digestive system because an infected__________________ is common cause of abdominal pain ✔✔appendix
the area below the diaphragm and above the pelvis ✔✔abdomen
what are the 4 fxs of the abdomen ✔✔digestive reproductiveendocrine regulatory most organs are enclosed within the ✔✔peritoneum
what peritoneum covers the organs ✔✔visceral
what peritoneum is attached to the abdominal wall ✔✔parietal
the area between the abdomen and the back ✔✔retroperitoneal space
what is included in the retroperitoneal space ✔✔kidneys pancreasaorta
the bladder and most of the rectum are positioned where to the peritoneum ✔✔inferior
a bluish periumbilical discoloration ✔✔Cullen's sign
What does Cullen's sign indicate? ✔✔intra abdominal bleeding
hyperactive bowel sounds may occur with ✔✔gastoenteritis early intestinal obstructionhunger
hypoacitve bowel sounds occur with ✔✔peritonitis an infection of the appendix, most common cause of person needing surgery 1 in 15 develop this ✔✔appendicitis
Patient presents with pain in the epigastric area radiating to the back/shoulders increased painwhile walking/supine position worsened by sitting/leaning forward nausea ✔✔Pancreatitis
What's the plan for pancreatitis ✔✔Refer to provider
Saclike mucosal out pouching's through the colonic muscle ✔✔Diverticula May involve any part of the Gastro intestinal track the sigmoid is the most commonly affectedlocation most patients are asymptomatic ✔✔Diverticulitis
Patient presents with LLQ pain anorexia nausea vomiting and altered bowel Habits(constipation) pain localizes to site of inflammation possible abdominal distention lower G.I. bleed ✔✔Diverticulitis
What's the plan for diverticulitis ✔✔Clear liquid diet Antibiotics (7 to 10 days) What is the hemorrhoid degree:
Hemorrhoids do not prolapse ✔✔1st degree What is the hemorrhoid degree: prolapse through the anus on straining but reduce spontaneously ✔✔2nd degree What is the Hemorrhoid degree: protrude and require digital reduction ✔✔3rd degree What is the hemorrhoid degree: cannot be reduced ✔✔4th degree Hole in the muscular layers of the abdominal wall allowing tissue usually intestine to protrude upagainst the skin ✔✔Hernia
Acquired herniation through defect in transversalis fascia Of abdominal wall medial to inferiorepigastric vessels increased frequency with age as fascia weakens ✔✔Direct inguinal
Medical specialty concerned with renal/kidney diseases ✔✔nephrology
inability to retain urine ✔✔urinary incontinence Failure to void urine due to obstruction, nervous contraction of the urethra, or absence of thesensation of desire to urinate ✔✔Urinary retention
Abnormal accumulation of serousfluid in the spaces between tissues and organs in the cavity ofthe abdomen ✔✔Ascites
The production of gallstones in the gallbladder ✔✔Cholelithiasis An attack of acute abdominal pain localized in a hollow organ and often caused by spasmobstruction or twisting ✔✔Colic
A small hemorrhagic spot in the skin or mucous membranes, forming a non-elevated, rounded orirregular, blue or Purpleish patch ✔✔Ecchymosis
Obstruction of the bowel specifically functional obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract andespecially the small intestine that is marked by the absence of peristalsis Usually accompanied by abdominal pain, bloating, and sometimes nausea and vomiting, and typically occurs followingabdominal surgery ✔✔Ileus
The passage of dark tarry stools containing decomposing blood that is usually an indication ofbleeding in the upper part of the digestive tract and especially the esophagus, stomach and duodenum ✔✔Melena Progressive type of movement in which material is propelled from point to point along thegastrointestinal tract ✔✔Peristalsis
Smooth transparent serous membrane that lines the cavity of the abdomen ✔✔Peritoneum
Situated or occurring adjacent to the navel ✔✔Periumbilical Streaks or lines resulting from weakening of elastic tissue associated with pregnancy, we gain,and or rapid growth periods ✔✔Striae
