Renal and Urologic Systems
Disorders of the renal and urologic systems can sometimes pose difficulties in the clinical setting. Patients are often hesitant to seek treatment for symptoms of these disorders because they might be embarrassed or uncomfortable with associated questions and physical examinations.
When treating and managing disorders of these systems, it is important for advanced practice nurses to recognize that the causes and/or habits that lead to the disorders can vary significantly between not just children and adults, but also between females and males. Additionally, the consequences of the disorders can vary significantly among different patient groups, making it essential to be able to identify renal and urologic disorders and recommend appropriate treatment options.
This week you examine the pathophysiology of urinary tract infections. You also explore the impact of patient factors on urinary tract infections.
Pathophysiology of lower and upper urinary tract infections
Learning Objectives
Students will:
- Compare the pathophysiology of lower and upper urinary tract infections
- Evaluate the impact of patient factors on urinary tract infections
- Analyze the pathophysiology of disorders within body systems
- Evaluate the impact of patient factors on disorders within body systems
- Evaluate clinical considerations of disorders within body systems
- Understand and apply key terms, concepts, and principles related to alterations of the renal and urologic systems and pathophysiology of lower and upper urinary tract infections
