Asked by Whitney Pilar on May 21, 2024
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The nurse suspects cystitis related to a lower urinary tract infection. Which clinical manifestation does the nurse expect the patient to report?
A) Dysuria
B) Flank pain
C) Frequency
D) Fever
Cystitis
An inflammation of the bladder, often due to an infection, causing pain, urgent and frequent urination, and sometimes blood in the urine.
Dysuria
A medical condition associated with pain or discomfort when urinating.
Flank Pain
Discomfort or pain located on the side of the body between the ribs and the hip, often associated with kidney problems or urinary tract issues.
- Recognize and direct the signs, symptoms, and therapeutic solutions for urinary tract infections and infections related to catheter use.
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Sunny ChangMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder; associated symptoms include hematuria, foul-smelling cloudy urine, and urgency/frequency. Dysuria is a common symptom of a lower urinary tract infection (bladder). Flank pain, fever, and chills are all signs of pyelonephritis (upper urinary tract).
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and direct the signs, symptoms, and therapeutic solutions for urinary tract infections and infections related to catheter use.