Urinary Tract Infection TI 0.0 / 5 ? NursingUTIUniversityNone Created by: Bridget WilkinsonCreated on: 18-10-23 18:43 What does the term Dysuria mean? Painful/discomfort when urinating 1 of 8 What are the 3 key diagnostic signs and symptoms of UTI 1. Dysuria 2. New nocturia 3. cloudy urine 2 of 8 In women under 65yrs, what may a temperature of greater than 37.9 indicate? pyelonephritis (kidney infection) or sepsis 3 of 8 What is the strongest risk factor for UTI? Sexual activity 4 of 8 Why is post menopause a risk factor for UTI? Due to the absence of oestrogen 5 of 8 What causes fever ? Exogenous pyrogens that induce the release of endogenous pyrogens 6 of 8 What causes flank pain? Flank pain is caused by the distension of the ureter or renal pelvis due to the inflammatory response 7 of 8 What is Type 1 piliated Escherichia coli A type of bacteria that bind in greater numbers to vaginal fluid. They lead to infections or inflammation of any part in the urinary system 8 of 8
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