Nursing Urinary Assessment 869.pptcardiacassessmentppt-130317013327-phpapp01.pptx

cardiacassessmentppt-130317013327-phpapp01.pptx

1. Nursing Urinary
Assessment
Heather Nelson, RN

2. Nursing History
The nurse determines:
Normal voiding pattern and frequency
Appearance of the urine and any recent
changes
Any past or current problems with urination
The presence of an ostomy
Factors influencing the elimination pattern

3. Physical Assessment
Percussion of the kidneys
To detect areas of tenderness and
palpation for contour, size, tenderness,
and lumps.
Percussion and palpation of the bladder
Examination of the urethral meatus
Look for swelling, discharge, and
inflammation.

4. Assessment of Urine
Measure volume
Inspect color, clarity, and volume
Test for specific gravity, glucose, ketone
bodies, blood, and pH

5. Diagnostic Tests
To determine urinary tract disease or
disorders of other body systems
influencing the production of urine
Urinalysis
Urine culture
Radiographic examinations (KUB and IVP)
Cystoscopy
Blood tests