1
Q
functions of the urinary system
A
*excretion of waste products
*regulation of water
electrolytes
& acid base balance
2
Q
Kidneys (2)
A
-nephron: fuctional unit of the kidneys
3
Q
3 functions of the kidneys
A
- remove or retain water
- assist in regulating pH of the blood
- remove toxic waste from the blood
4
Q
urine
A
95% water
5% remainder is nitrogenous wastes and salts
5
Q
Urine abnormalities
A
Albumin glucose erthrocytes ketones leukocytes
6
Q
Ureters
A
(two)
passageway for urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder
7
Q
urinary bladder
A
(one)
temporary storage pouch for urine
8
Q
Urethra
A
(one)
carries urine by peristalsis from the urinary bladder to its external opening
9
Q
Nursing Dx
A
impaired urinary elimination ineffective tissue perfusion acute/chronic pain risk for infection fluid volume excess ineffective sexuality patterns deficient knowledge
