Introduction
The lower urinary tract including the bladder and the urethra allow the body to store urine and excrete it out of the body, and dysfunction on this part will lead to many conditions like urinary retention and urinary incontinence. This disease may be because of several neurological problems, or life style, diet or even medication.
The urology dysfunction is term used to describe the inability of the bladder to work probably.
In this assignment I will explain more about urinary incontinence and urinary retention. Urinary retention
Urinary retention is one of the common diseases especially in men, whom having prostate enlargement. It can be defined as inability of the bladder to empty its complete urine or inability of the bladder to pass urine.
Etiology:
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C Biofeedback assisted behavior treatment VS placebo control condition treatment VS drug treatment.
O All 3 treatment groups, incontinence were reduced. Behavioral treatment was more effective than drug treatment and both were more effective than the placebo control.
Conclusion
To conclude, urinary dysfunctions have many effect on the patient, not just physically but also psychologically, because the patient will feel embarrassed especially during urinary incontinence.
These conditions must be treated immediately, also the society should be well treated about these condition and knows the risk factors and causes to prevent them.
In this assignment, I explained about urinary retention and urinary incontinence and their cause, etiology, risk factors, clinical manifestation, diagnostics and medical management.
References
1- An article from Kimberly-Clark Australia, direct link: https://www.depend.com.au/urinary-incontinence/causes/urinary-retention/ 2- Acute Urinary Retention, stanely J. Swierzewski. lll, M.D, 09Jun
Because of the shorter length of the urethra, women are more susceptible to UTIs. Most infections are mild without complications (Huether, 2012, p. 747). UTIs are either in the lower or upper urinary tract. The lower tract consists of the bladder, whereas the upper tract is the ureter, renal pelvis, and interstitium. Acute cystitis is bladder inflammation and is the usual site of UTIs.
During my clinical preceptorship at New York Presbyterian Hospital, many patients that came into the hospital with urinary retention a catheter was inserted to determine the amount of urine in their bladder or post-void residual (PVR). Many patients later developed pain and a urinary tract infection or Community Acquired Infection secondary to frequent cauterization. Therefore, the gap identified was related to a knowledge deficit of the current practice that inserting a
If a diagnosis is not obtainable, urinalysis and urine culture should be considered. C-reactive protein levels or erythrocyte sedimentation rate are also tests that can be used to differentiate from torsion (Uphold & Graham, 2013). Intravenous pyelography can be used to detect bladder obstruction in older men. When the patient has sexually transmitted infection (STI), a gram-stained smear of urethral exudate or intraurethral swab specimen tests should be
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Policy and Procedure CAUTI Prevention Policy Name: Catheter Associated UTI Prevention Purpose: To identify causes and take measures for the prevention of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI) in the healthcare setting Population: Healthcare members and patients who are caring for a urinary catheter either at home or in the hospital setting Introduction: The mission of this policy is to inform healthcare workers of the proper procedures to follow in regards to the prevention of catheter associated UTI’s in the hospital setting. In order for this mission to be accomplished, all workers must follow this policy in the clinical and work environment. The main goal is to prevent unnecessary catheter associated infections.
The challenge still lies in the severe under-reporting of urinary incontinence issues. After all, seniors cannot get help if nobody knows there is a problem. If your senior loved one may be having trouble with urinary incontinence, it is important that they have their situation investigated. A full third of overactive bladder issues may be linked to lower urinary tract infections. Not only could the bladder problem be quickly reversed with a UTI treatment, but the pain and discomfort of the UTI would be addressed as well.
Indwelling catheters are also used in assisting the healing of open sacral or perineal wounds in incontinent patients with a stage III or IV pressure ulcer on the coccyx or sacrum. Prolonged immobilization
1. Type 1 diabetes beginning symptoms often include, frequent urination, increased hunger, weight loss, blurry vision, dehydration, and tiredness (1). At first I was diagnosed with the flu as the symptoms are very similar, however after a urination and blood sugar test the results came back positive for type 1 diabetes. With Type 1 diabetes the body mistakenly attacks and destroys its beta cells, which produce insulin. As a result, the pancreas slows down its production of these beta cells and eventually stops producing them all together.
The detrusor muscles of the bladder contract pushing the urine out. Mrs. Miller is 47 years old woman who was been diagnosed with overactive bladder syndrome and on medication of 5 mg Oxybutynin twice daily. Mrs. Miller complained that the side effects of Oxybutynin result her mouth to feel very dry. She also had to get up at night to use the bathroom.
Kidney stones have been found throughout history. Scientists found evidence of kidney stones in a 7,000-year-old Egyptian mummy. Kidney stones can also be called renal stones, renal calculi, or by the medical names nephrolithiasis and urolithiasis. Kidney stones (calculi) are solid or semi-solid mineral-like substances occurring in the urinary tract. The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Paper J.D. is a 62 year old divorced Caucasian female. Patient is a reliable historian. She is allergic to Lisinopril. She currently has a desk job at a local call center. She went through menopause at age 50.
Support services may include assessments, advice on product selection and direct provision of supplies. It's important to contact the local authority to inquire about the availability of such services in the area. Discounts and vouchers for purchasing incontinence products: Various retailers and manufacturers of incontinence products may offer discounts, coupons or special promotions to help reduce the cost of supplies. It's worth researching and subscribing to newsletters or online communities to stay informed about potential savings opportunities. By exploring the various financial assistance and support options available, individuals with incontinence and their caregivers can access the necessary products and resources while minimizing the financial burden associated with managing this condition.
The study was conducted in 1989 for a 6 month period. It consisted of 305 pregnant women between ages 17-41 with the median age of 26. These women were questioned about their urinary symptoms prior to being a part of the study. A few of the questions they were asked were: “1) whether they had urinary incontinence or frequency of voiding before, during pregnancy and/or after delivery; 2) whether incontinence was provoked by physical stress or accompanied by strong desire to void (urgency); c) whether they had daily incontinence; d) whether the incontinence had been a hygienic or social problem (Viktrup, 1999).” The researched defined frequency as voiding seven or more times during the day and two more times during the night.
The research population, the main results being deliberated and the brief definition of the methods to be used in making the observations to be quantified are all inclusive in the title (Chaliha et al., 2001). The people in the study are the females encountering urinary incontinence problem whereas the main targeted result is the championing for urinary continence. The purpose of the essay is to assess the efficiency of the physiotherapy program to anticipate urinary incontinence in ladies three months after birth. This purpose is achievable, new, engrossing and appropriate to purpose. However, the honesty of this research is questionable.
As a nursing student, I need to ensure I am performing my tasks, including perineal care, to the highest standard, and addressing areas of concern that I observe during my shifts. As mentioned by Marshall & Bailey (2008), incontinence can greatly impact the quality of life of a patient, as well as increases their risk of potential perineal skin breakdown. Improper perineal care following incontinence can lead to painful skin irritation, UTIs, and pressure sores. Frequent monitoring, and management of incontinence are the first steps in appropriate management. Seeing as I was diligent in observing and reporting the incident of improper perineal care, I was able to follow these crucial first steps in preventing a potential UTI in this geriatric patient.