Chapter 46

Question 1

What are the 3 structures of the urinary system?

Answer 1

• KUB:
• kidneys
• ureter & urethra
• bladder

Question 2

What are the 5 types of urinary incontinence?

Answer 2

1. urge incontinence: strong urge to pee which results in urine leaking
   
   • overactive bladder and obstruction are usually the cause
2. stress incontinence: stress on the bladder results in urine leaking
   
   • stress = sneezing, coughing, laughing, etc.
3. functional incontinence: physically unable to urinate or HCW is unable to assist in time
4. overflow incontinence: excessive volume results in urine leaking
5. reflex incontinence: urine leaking at regular intervals; r/t SCI

Question 3

What is bacteriuria?

Answer 3

bacteria in the urine

Question 4

What is an upper UTI called and where is the infection located? What is a lower UTI called and where is the infection located?

Answer 4

– upper = pylonephritis

• location = kidneys

– lower = cystitis

• location = bladder or urethra

Question 5

What is normal minimum output for an adult?

Answer 5

30 mL/hr