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Elimination: the process of normal urination or defecation - Coggle Diagram
Elimination: the process of normal urination or defecation
Altered Motility: an alteration in the movement of urine throughout the body and the urinary system
caused by dehydration or an obstruction to the urine flow
Kidney stones: caused by calcium buildup within the kidneys
Treatment: surgical removal or increase in fluid intake to help with elimination of stones.
altered neuromuscular function: the disruption of nerve signals that help body eliminate waste
caused by certain spinal injuries ex: multiple scelerosis
neurogenic bladder
Treatment: anticholinergics, catheterization
Altered patency: blockage to the urinary system
caused by diseases like urethral stricture, benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia: an enlarged prostate usually in men caused by hormonal changes
Treatment: alpha blockers or transurethral resection of the prostate
Altered perfusion: inadequate blood flow to the kidneys and can be caused by hypotension or renal artery stenosis
Acute kidney injury: any injury that decreases the normal function within the kidneys
Treatment: IV fluids and restoring the blood pressure
bowel dysfunction: any condition that impairs the normal bowel function
altered motility: abnormal movement throughout the gi tract caused by a low fiber diet or disease process like irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome: gi disorder that causes pain, bloat, gas and constipation
Treatment: medications or diet changes
Altered patency: an obstruction to the gi tract that causes alteration to the normal functioning of feces
colorecral cancer: form of cancer that develops within the colon
Treatment: chemotherapy or surgical resection
altered neuromuscular function: impairment to the nerve or muscle control within the bowel system
Fecal incontinence: unable to control bowel movements
Treatment: pelvic floor exercises or bowel training