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Huether, S. E., & McCance, K. L. (2017). Understanding pathophysiology (6th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Mosby.
· Chapter 29, “Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems”
This chapter introduces the structure and function of the renal and urologic systems. It covers renal blood flow, kidney function, and tests for renal and bladder function.
· Chapter 30, “Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function”
· Chapter 31, “Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children”
This chapter presents alterations of renal and urinary tract function that are common in children. These alterations include structural abnormalities, bladder disorders, nephroblastoma, and urinary incontinence.
Hammer, G. D., & McPhee, S. J. (2019). Pathophysiology of disease: An introduction to clinical medicine (8th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education.
· Chapter 16, “Renal Disease”
This chapter explores the structure and function of the kidney for preparation of examining renal diseases. It then examines renal diseases such as acute kidney injury and chronic renal failure.
Optional Resources
National Kidney Foundation. (2012). Retrieved from http://www.kidney.org/index.cfm
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