MODULE 3 PART 8: POLYSYSTEMIC DS. - POLYDIPSIA AND POLYURIA Flashcards

(9 cards)

1
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Define polydipsia.

A

Excessive intake of fluids

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2
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Dogs and cats typically need about ___ to ___ ml/kg/day of water based on body surface area.

A

45 to 80 ml

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3
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Consumption over ___ in moderate conditions is considered abnormal.

A

80-100 ml/kg/day

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4
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Define polyuria.

A

Urine output greater than 50 ml/kg/day

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5
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A comprehensive PEX should be conducted to assess PU/PD. What are these PEX?

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  • Kidney size - CKD
  • Lumbar hyperesthesia over the kidneys - Acute pyelonephritis
  • Liver size - Liver insufficiency
  • Lymph node size - lymphoma
  • Thyroid slip in cats - Hyperthyroidism
  • Rectal examination in dogs - Anal sac sarcoma
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6
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Define dehydration.

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Refers to the complete loss of body water from all compartments

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7
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Increased craving for water is regulated by?

A

Thirst center in hypothalamus

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8
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What are the factors stimulating thirst?

A
  • Elevated osmolality
  • Increased Ang II
  • Increased vasopressin (ADH)
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9
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Aldosterone can also influence the brain to produce vasopressin. True or False?

A

True

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