Causes of Renal Calculi Nursing Mnemonic (Patients Complain of Pain and Difficulty Urinating)
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Patients Complain of Pain and Difficulty Urinating
- P-Protein intake
- C-Calcium intake
- P-Purine intake
- D-Dehydration
- U-Urinary stasis
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Increased concentration of calcium, proteins, or uric acid crystals can cause renal calculi to form. These are some of the possible causes.
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