Urinary Elimination
You are a urologic nurse whose patient has voiced concern over his kidneys losing their function within the past few weeks. He has maintained a log of the past week, recording his urination and fluid intake. He has a history of diabetes mellitus and hypertension, which are treated with medication. (Learning Objectives 3 and 4)
a. In your patient interview, how would you define renal failure for your patient?
b. Which diseases could be included as possible etiologies for renal failure?
c. What data should be included in a complete urinary system assessment?
d. How might an accurate urinary output measurement be obtained?
e. What is important to remember when collecting a 24-hour urine specimen?
REFERENCE: Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care by Carol Taylor, Pamela Lynn, Jennifer L. Bartlet
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