FIN Exam 2: Genitourinary Alterations in Urinary Elimination

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Urinary tract (UT) anatomy upper and lower

  • Upper: kidneys and ureters

  • Lower: bladder, urethra, prostate gland (males)

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Function of the kidneys (5)

  • Urine formation + elimination

  • Maintain fluid balance, electrolyte balance, and acid-base balance

  • BP regulation

  • Excretion of waste products

  • Regulation of RBC production, vitamin D synthesis, and secretion of prostoglandins

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What location are the kidneys in?

Retroperitoneal area

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What percent of CO is sent to the kidneys?

20-25%

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How do the kidneys regulate RBC production?

They sense RBC content in the blood and release EPO if the count is too low