Urodynamic investigations - ANSWER are tests that assess how urine flows,
stores, and is removed in the lower urinary tract. They are used to identify
abnormal voiding patterns in patients with incontinence or the inability to urinate
regularly.
Prep: typically no food or fluid restriction, and the bladder should be full, notify the
patient that a catheter will be put.
Aftercare: instructed to drink 8-10 8oz glasses of water in the following 24 hours,
teach s/sx about UTI, and report any immediately.
cystoscopy - ANSWER the visual inspection of the urinary bladder with a
cystoscope, used to identify aberrant voiding patterns in patients with incontinence
or inability to urinate properly.
Preparation: pt allowed drinks the morning of the exam, sedatives and analgesics
usually supplied before the procedure, verified informed consent, and explained
that the operation is normally painless.
Aftercare: Be aware that tissue oedema, dysuria, and hematuria may develop;
promote ample fluid intake and measure output for 24 hours; and monitor for
retention and signs of infection.
Intravenous pyelogram (excretory or intravenous urography) is a radiographic
examination of the kidneys and ureter following an intravenous contract injection.
Used to diagnose renal illness and urinary tract dysfunction.
Preparation: restrict meal and fluid 12 hours previously, get allergy hx and
sensitivity to iodine, shellfish, or seafood, contraindicated with elevated BUN and
creatinine and pregnancy, Older, disabled, or young patients may not tolerate this
dehydration. A compromise may be required, such as giving a laxative the night
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