Mrs. Diaz, 35 years old, has had a nephrostomy for treatment of hydronephrosis caused by a renal stone in the pelvis of the kidney. She returns from the surgical unit with a nephrostomy tube in place. 1. Explain the purpose of the nephrostomy tube. 2. What is the specific care for these drains and tubes

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Mrs. Diaz, 35 years old, has had a nephrostomy for treatment of hydronephrosis caused by a renal stone in the pelvis of the kidney. She returns from the surgical unit with a nephrostomy tube in place. 1. Explain the purpose of the nephrostomy tube. 2. What is the specific care for these drains and tubes?
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