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pyelonephritis (signs and symptoms (nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite,…
pyelonephritis
signs and symptoms
nausea and vomiting
loss of appetite
chills
cloudy urine
hematuria
foul smell in the urine
frequent urination
nursing intervention
monitor and record vital signs
monitor intake and output
encourage fluid intake if allowed
encourage bedrest
encourage regular bladder emptying to keep perineum clean
administer antibiotics as prescribed such ampicillin
risk factors
being a female
having a urinary tract blockage
having a weakened immune system
having damage to nerves around the bladder
using the urinary catheter for a time
having the condition that causes urine to flow the wrong way
treatment
oral antibiotics(metronidazole)
intravenous antibiotics(augumentin)
change urinary catheter frequently
complications
kidney scaring
blood poisoning
pregnancy complications
diagnosis
palpitations of the kidneys
CT scan
urine dipstick
defination
bacterial infection and inflammation of the renal pelvis