Obstructive Uropathy: Considerations for the Nephrology Nurse

Obstructive Uropathy: Considerations for the Nephrology Nurse


Identification: nnj_ma04A2
Issue: March-April 2004
Volume: Vol. 31, No. 2


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Goal: To discuss the complex care of patients with obstructive uropathy.

Objectives:
  1. List the obstructive urologic anomalies that may cause renal insufficiency and/or renal failure.
  2. Describe the urologic interventions recommended to prevent renal loss or to attain continence.
  3. Discuss nursing management of the patient with obstructive urology anomalies.


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