Acute urinary retention Flashcards
1
Q
A-E
A
Affects D
2
Q
A, B, C
A
as per usual
3
Q
D
A
GCS
PEARL
focused neuro exam:
* lower limb specifically
4
Q
Exposure
A
Expose
Abdo exam:
* distension
* percuss the bladder
* palpate
*** Urinalysis, bloods UEs **
Definite Ix:
**Bladder scan
DRE after cathetirisation to see prostate **
Management:
catheter
BPH: alpha blockers, 5a reductase inhibitors
5
Q
CI to catheterise
A
Blood at urethra meatus
High riding prostate on DRE
Haematoma
Radiographic evidence of trauma
6
Q
Summary
A
