chap 9 Flashcards
1
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functions
A
Maintain stable internal environment–Remove waste products–Adjust water and electrolyte levels–Maintain correct pH
2
Q
organs
A
Two kidneys–Two ureters–One urinary bladder–One urethra
3
Q
slide 19
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4
Q
frequency
A
greater urge to urinate; no increase in total volume of urine
5
Q
dysuria
A
difficult or painful pee
6
Q
cystolith
A
bladder stone
7
Q
nephrolith
A
kidney stone
8
Q
URGENCY
A
feeling the need to urinate immediately
9
Q
urinary incontinence
A
involuntary release of urine
10
Q
nephropathy
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diseased kidney
11
Q
uti
A
infection of any organ of the urinary system; usually from bacteria; begins with cystitis and may ascend into ureters and kidneys
12
Q
dialysis
A
removes wastes using chemically balanced solutions placed into the peritoneal cavity
