Asked by Katlynne Walter on May 26, 2024
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A patient has severe flank pain. The urinalysis reveals presence of calcium phosphate crystals. The nurse will anticipate an order for which diagnostic test?
A) Intravenous pyelogram
B) Mid-stream urinalysis
C) Bladder scan
D) Cystoscopy
Calcium Phosphate crystals
Inorganic compounds found in bones and teeth; excessive formation in joints and tissues can cause pain and inflammation.
Intravenous Pyelogram
A radiographic test that involves injecting a dye into a vein to evaluate the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Urinalysis
A test conducted on urine to detect and manage a wide range of disorders, such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.
- Identify appropriate diagnostic tests for specific urinary system issues.
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NI
Nitin IsmailJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Flank pain and calcium phosphate crystals are associated with renal calculi. An intravenous pyelogram allows the provider to observe pathological problems such as obstruction of the ureter. A mid-stream urinalysis is performed for a routine urinalysis or if an infection is suspected; a urinalysis was already performed, a mid-stream would not be obtained again. A cystoscopy is used to detect bladder tumors and obstruction of the bladder outlet and urethra. A bladder scan measures the amount of urine in the bladder.
Learning Objectives
- Identify appropriate diagnostic tests for specific urinary system issues.