Question 1

The difference between stress incontinence and urge incontinence is that stress incontinence

Accepted Answer

A)  occurs in women, whereas urge incontinence occurs in both men and women. 
B)  occurs during sleep, whereas urge incontinence occurs during the waking hours. 
C)  is caused by a pelvic floor muscle problem, whereas urge incontinence is caused by a problem with the detrusor muscle. 
D)  is caused by a detrusor muscle problem, whereas urge incontinence is caused by a neurologic problem. 
A)  occurs in women, whereas urge incontinence occurs in both men and women. 
B)  occurs during sleep, whereas urge incontinence occurs during the waking hours. 
C)  is caused by a pelvic floor muscle problem, whereas urge incontinence is caused by a problem with the detrusor muscle. 
D)  is caused by a detrusor muscle problem, whereas urge incontinence is caused by a neurologic problem.

Question 2

The normal post-void residual urine in the bladder is

Accepted Answer

A)  less than 100 mL. 
B)  150 to 200 mL. 
C)  250 to 300 mL. 
D)  none of these; no normal residual volume is identified. 
A)  less than 100 mL. 
B)  150 to 200 mL. 
C)  250 to 300 mL. 
D)  none of these; no normal residual volume is identified.

Question 3

Characteristics of vesicoureteral reflux in children include (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  possibly being genetic in nature. 
B)  often leading to recurrent urinary tract infections. 
C)  possibly resulting in hypertension. 
D)  usually requiring surgical intervention. 
A)  possibly being genetic in nature. 
B)  often leading to recurrent urinary tract infections. 
C)  possibly resulting in hypertension. 
D)  usually requiring surgical intervention.

Question 4

Characteristics of cystitis include (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  more common in women. 
B)  less complicated in men. 
C)  associated with catheterization of the bladder. 
D)  fostered by stasis of urine. 
E)  usually resolve without treatment. 
A)  more common in women. 
B)  less complicated in men. 
C)  associated with catheterization of the bladder. 
D)  fostered by stasis of urine. 
E)  usually resolve without treatment.

Question 5

Pelvic floor muscle training is appropriate for

Accepted Answer

A)  overflow incontinence. 
B)  reflux prevention. 
C)  urge incontinence. 
D)  functional incontinence. 
A)  overflow incontinence. 
B)  reflux prevention. 
C)  urge incontinence. 
D)  functional incontinence.

Question 6

The disorder characterized by a neurologic lesion that affects bladder control is

Accepted Answer

A)  neurogenic bladder. 
B)  detrusor inactivity. 
C)  bladder prolapse. 
D)  cystitis. 
A)  neurogenic bladder. 
B)  detrusor inactivity. 
C)  bladder prolapse. 
D)  cystitis.

Question 7

The patient reports persistent pelvic pain and urinary frequency and urgency.She says the pain improves when she empties her bladder.She does not have a fever and her repeated urinalyses over the past months have been normal,although she has a history of frequent bladder infections.She also has a history of fibromyalgia and hypothyroidism.Based on her history and complaints,her symptoms are characteristic of

Accepted Answer

A)  neuroses. 
B)  ureteral stone. 
C)  neurogenic bladder. 
D)  interstitial cystitis. 
A)  neuroses. 
B)  ureteral stone. 
C)  neurogenic bladder. 
D)  interstitial cystitis.

Exam 29: Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

The difference between stress incontinence and urge incontinence is that stress incontinence

The normal post-void residual urine in the bladder is

Characteristics of vesicoureteral reflux in children include (Select all that apply.)

Characteristics of cystitis include (Select all that apply.)

Pelvic floor muscle training is appropriate for

The disorder characterized by a neurologic lesion that affects bladder control is

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis, Allostasis, and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and Aids

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Alterations in Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Shock

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Acute Disorders of Brain Function

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Alterations in the Integumentary System

Burn Injuries

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