19. Only when collecting the initial specimen from a new, sterile bag after inserting
the catheter. (para 2-19b(18))
20. To the abdomen. (para 2-20b(13))
21. The urethra. (para 2-24a)
22. The urethra is in close anatomical proximity to the vagina and rectum.
(para 2-24b(1))
23. To "flush out" the bacteria. (para 2-26b)
24. Pyelonephritis. (para 2-24b(3))
25. Stone formation (urolithiasis). (para 2-27b)
26. To decrease protein metabolism, which produces nitrogenous wastes that cannot
be filtered by the kidney. (para 2-34e(4)(b))
27. Acute renal failure. (para 2-35a)
28. Assist the kidneys to maintain homeostasis; prepare the patient for dialysis or
transplant. (para 2-33a,b)
29. Provides energy; decreases protein metabolism. (para 2-34e(4)(d))
30. Glomerulonephritis. (para 2-30a)
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