Acute Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection) Flashcards
1
Q
this can lead to what
A
urosepsis (systemic infection)
2
Q
Etiology
A
colonization & infection of Lower urinary tract
backward flow of urine
CAUTI
Pregnancy induced changes
3
Q
manifestations
A
Fever/chills
N/V
malaise
Flank p!
Costovertebral angle (CVA)
4
Q
Urinalysis
A
Pyuria
Bacteriuria
Hematuria
WBC
5
Q
What is elevated?
A
BUN
Creatine
6
Q
Preferred imaging
A
CT scan
7
Q
Early treatment of what to prevent this potential infection
A
UTIs
8
Q
Main treatment
A
medication
adequate fluid intake (6-8 glasses)
