Renal diagnostics Flashcards
1
Q
what is more reliable
A
serum creatinine
2
Q
Cath in bladder; contrast dye
A
cystography
3
Q
retrograde pylegram
A
ureter & kidneys
4
Q
Cystoscopy pre & post
A
enema, NPO
burning after
pink tinged urine
urinary frequency
5
Q
Renal biopsy contraindications
A
bleeding/coag disorder
one kidney
6
Q
Renal biopsy pre
A
no bleeding, anti coat meds
7
Q
Post renal biospy
A
tend to bleed; pressure dressing
laying on side for 30-60 min
bed rest for 24 hrs
no lifting heavy; not going back on anticoagulant meds right away
8
Q
Visualize urinary tract with contrast dye
A
IVP
9
Q
IVP pre
A
VS
enema night before
check for allergies
10
Q
IVP during
A
xray taken
dye injected-warmth flushing feeling
11
Q
IVP after
A
force fluids
