The scientific name of a kidney infection is known as pyelonephritis. There are two types of pyelonephritis infections, acute and chronic. Acute pyelonephritis is sudden and limited and can be cured/treated using antibiotics. However, if it is a chronic infection, it is long-lasting and occurs due to birth defects; it can lead to scarring in the kidneys, as
part of the urinary tract is infected. The infection can include the bladder, kidneys, ureters, or the urethra. If the infection is in the bladder it is called “cystitis” or a bladder infection. If the infection is in the kidneys is it called “pyelonephritis” or a kidney infection? If the infection is in the urethra it is called “urethritis”. Most urinary tract infections are bladder infections. Infections in the ureters are very rare. Everyone is at risk of getting a UTI allowing bacteria to grow
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection or inflammation of the bladder (cystitis), kidneys (pyelonephritis), or urethra (urethritis), leading to bacterial colonization of the urine. Infection of the urinary tract is a common problem, causing more than eight million office visits annually in the United States. UTI is the second most common infection that affects women. UTIs typically affect young, sexually active women. A lower UTI is an infection or inflammation of the bladder or urethra
2014). Normal urine is sterile and contains no bacteria. However, bacteria may get into the urine from the urethra and travel into the bladder, causing an infection. A bladder infection is known as cystitis and a kidney infection is known as pyelonephritis (Elsevier, 2010). The focus of this paper is to present Mr. Lane’s case study of Urinary tract infection; mention pertinent labs, diagnostic tests that were done to obtain the diagnosis and the outcome. There are various factors that cause Urinary
Proteus Mirabilis Life History: Proteus mirabilis is part of the normal flora of the human gastrointestinal tract. It can also be found free living in water and soil. When this organism, however, enters the urinary tract, wounds, or the lungs it can become pathogenic. Proteus mirabilis commonly causes urinary tract infections and the formation of stones. Microbiological Characteristics: Proteus mirabilis is part of the Enterobacteriaceae family. It is a small gram-negative bacillus
1. The antibiotic doripenem (Doribax®) is recommended for use in patients with complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis. Describe in detail what pyelonephritis is and the likely causative micro-organism(s)? (7 marks) Do not exceed this page – PTO 2. Describe the antimicrobial action of doripenem. Include in your answer details ofbacterial resistance mechanisms towards this class of antimicrobials. (12 marks) Do not exceed this
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary (n.d.) data is defined as factual information used for discussion, scientific research and analysis. Information is defined as having the capability of communicating knowledge that is being presented to increase or explain a problem or a solution to a particular matter (Merriam- Webster Dictionary, n.d.). According to Oxford English Dictionary (n.d.) knowledge is defined as having the ability to recollect information that is gained through personal experiences
The kidneys play key roles in body function not only by filtering and getting rid of waste products but also by balancing the electrolyte levels in the body, controlling blood pressure and stimulating the production of red blood cells. As the kidneys filter blood, they create urine which collects in the kidney’s pelvis funnel shaped structure that drain down tubes called ureters to the bladder. The kidneys are located in the abdomen towards the lower back. Each kidney is about 4 or 5 inches long
necrosis from post-ischemic or nephrotoxic causes. Acute tubular necrosis can be caused by glomerulopathies, acute interstitial necrosis, vascular damage, malignant hypertension, coagulation defects, renal artery/vein occlusion, and bilateral acute pyelonephritis (Huether & McCance, 2012, p. 755). Post-renal injury is rare and is due to urinary tract obstruction, tumors, or neurogenic bladder that affects the kidneys bilaterally (Huether & McCance, 2012, p.
Escherichia coli (E. coli) E. coli is a bacteria that normally lives inside the intestines of humans. There are many different strains some of which, cause human infections. E. coli infections are normally started through cross contamination with feces or stool of human or animals. E. coli is able to case Urinary Tract Infection because it resides around the anus. Since the anus and the urethra are so closely connected in women, this allows for direct transmission of E. coli. The virulence factor
I enjoyed taking this class. I did not know what to expect at first, but this class has proven to be challenging and very informative. I have learned a lot about the pharmacological principle of different drugs, which I will use in my practice as a family nurse practitioner. Each week we were given different case study, which we had to find a differential diagnosis based on our patient’s sign and symptoms and also choose the correct pharmacological agent to treat our patient. This was a time-consuming
Hypertension may not be common in children, but if present, may be a problem in children of any age. It is often missed due to medical professionals omitting to take the blood pressure in a child or the technique, used by the doctor to take the blood pressure, is incorrect.[7] In adults a high blood pressure is defined as a BP of 140/90 and higher but in children, to determine if the BP is high, one has to take into account the child’s age, weight and height. A child is said to have hypertension
Prutias valgeros wes doscuvirid tu bi thi anknuwn urgenosm eftir sivirel tists wiri cuncladid. Forst, e grem steon wes duni tu ditirmoni of thi anknuwn wes grem nigetovi ur grem pusotovi. It tarnid uat tu bi e grem nigetovi urgenosm, su farthir tists wiri urdirid besid un thos fect. Thi tists oncladid wiri e OF glacusi tist, e Cotreti tist, e SIM tist, end elsu e Uriesi tist. Thi OF glacusi tist cemi uat pusotovi fur e stroct firmintir biceasi buth tabis tarnid yilluw. Thi Cotreti tist cemi uat nigetovi
Urinalysis is a very important tool because it's used to check our overall health including pregnancy. It is also used during presurgical procedures, and hospital admissions to screen for many diseases or disorders such as diabetes, liver and kidney diseases. Urinalysis is done when individuals are suffering pain in lower back, abdominal pain, or painful urination, it can detect if blood is found in the urine. Urinalysis is also used as a monitoring tool for diseases of the kidney, and urinary tract
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide problem that is currently three times higher for African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, American Indians and seniors (The National Kidney Foundation, 2013). CKD occurs when the kidneys are damaged by a pathogen or injury and they can no longer adequately maintain proper levels of regulated chemicals in the bloodstream. There are many risk associated with CKD. According to the National Kidney Foundation, two of the major risks are Chronic Renal
The labor and delivery unit is an amazing place filled with pleasant, friendly, and knowledgeable staff members that help bring miracles into this world. The client population on the unit consisted of patients ranging in age. The patients were 16, 17, 21, and 35 years old. The staff members on the unit worked consistently well with each other. They were nonjudgmental about all client situations. There were women at all different stages of life in the unit. They were all culturally diverse some had
aggravated epithelial tissue that line the bladder and urinary tract effected by the bacteria infecting them. There is a greater prevalence in women than in men, however when men develop a UTI they are at greater risk for complications such as pyelonephritis or septicemia (Lehne 2013). Bauman (2013) states that 32% of women will experience cystitis in their lifetime. Lehne (2013) states that up to 35% of sexually active females will develop a urinary tract infection each year and that up to 50% of
Abstract A urinary tract infection is a very common infection that can happen to anybody. A urinary tract infection usually occurs when bacteria enters the urethra and multiples in the urinary system. The Urinary tract includes the kidneys, the thin tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters), and the main tube that carries the urine from the bladder (urethra). Women, men, and children are all immune to this infection. Women have the highest chances of getting it. In the Urinary
would binge eat at each meal, and was purging up to 35 times a week. She was recently diagnosed with Cushing’s Syndrome, type 2 diabetes, reoccurring mononucleosis, and kidney issues. She has been admitted to the hospital over 5 times because of pyelonephritis and reoccurring kidney stones. Patient refers to her purging episodes as “getting sick” and wants to stop her impulsive eating behaviors. Sometimes she feels guilty, and occasionally cuts her wrists. • Psychosocial information: Before college
Urinary Catheter Associated Biofilms Introduction Biofilms are a type of complex growth that involves multiple species which specialize and carry out individual metabolic processes. A biofilm is composed of various bacterial species including multiple species of fungi, protozoans, and yeasts. These prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells attach to each other in interests of survival using an adhesive of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS). Biofilms function as a protected mode of growth for organisms