PATHO EXAM 4 - NURS 3304 STUDY
GUIDE SOLUTIONS
Kidney Functions - Ans:-removal of metabolic wastes
maintenance of blood pressure through the influence of:
•RAAS
•atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP)
•aldosterone
activation of vitamin D
What do the kidneys regulate? - Ans:-acid-base balanc...
Upper Urinary Tract Obstruction: Ureterohydronephrosis - Ans:✔✔-dilation of both the ureter and the
pelvicaliceal system
Compensatory hypertrophy and hyperfunction due to upper urinary tract obstruction - Ans:✔✔-body's
response to unilateral obstruction
growth factors cause unobstructed kidney to increase in size and function
Clinical manifestations of urinary obstruction - Ans:✔✔-Depends on the site, cause, and speed of
development
nausea, vomiting, and oliguria are common
Urinary obstruction manifestations: slowly progressive obstructions that cause hydronephrosis -
Ans:✔✔-may have no symptoms
Urinary obstruction manifestations: obstruction of the urethra or bladder outlet - Ans:✔✔-may cause
pain, pressure, and distention of the bladder.
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