68wm6 p2 Sur Pro UD Word Scramble
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Define Nephrectomy: | The surgical removal of the kidney. Usually due to malignant tumors or large stones resulting in a non-functioning kidney |
When is removal of an adrenal gland also included in a nephrectomy? | If the nephrectomy was due to a renal tumor |
When will PT be put on NPO prior to a nephrectomy? | PT will be NPO after the midnight prior |
How often and how long should vitals be taken after a nephrectomy? | every 1-4 hours for the first 24-48 hours |
Define Nephrostomy: | A catheter inserted into the kidney pelvis for drainage; requires surgical placement |
What can clamping a nephrotomy catheter cause? | Acute pyelonephritis |
What is the limit of irrigation volume that can safely be instilled into a nephrostomy tube? | 5 ml |
What medications prevent rejection and infection in a kidney transplant PT? | Immunosuppressants and anti-rejection medications (i.e Cyclosporine, Mycophenolate) |
What is the most common urinary diversion procedure? | Brickers procedure or ileal loop |
What is done in an ileal conduit procedure? | *The bladder is removed *A section of the ileum is removed, with the ends of the remaining ileum reanastomosed *The ureters are implanted into the removed section of ileum *Urine will contain mucus, as segments of bowel produce mucus |
What will be found in the urine of a patient with an ileal conduit? | Mucus |
How long can a permanent urostomy bag be left in place? | 4 - 7 days |
How often is a urostomy bag emptied? | every 2 to 3 hours |
Is the use of one or two urostomy bags the most efficient? | The use of one bag is the most efficient |
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