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Review Question - QID 210875

Nephrolithiasis Introduction Nephrolithiasis Stones Stone Type Etiology Imaging Finding(s) Stone Shape Treatment Calcium Hypercalciuria e.g., idiopathic hypercalcemia Hypocitraturia precipitates calcium oxalate stones Ethylene glycol (antifreeze) Vitamin C abuse QID: 210875 (M2.OMB.18.4873)
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QID 210875 (Type "210875" in App Search)
A 47-year-old female presents to her primary physician for follow-up after an ED visit for nephrolithiasis 1 week prior. CT scan in the ED revealed a 4-mm stone occluding the right ureter. She was able to pass the stone without assistance over the course of 5 hours. Pathology report on the stone states it was composed of calcium oxalate. She says that the pain of passing the stone was excruciating and asks how she can prevent kidney stones in the future. Her temperature is 99.2°F (37.3°C), blood pressure is 117/68 mmHg, pulse is 80/min, respirations are 12/min, and oxygen saturation is 99% on room air. Which of the following interventions is most likely to prevent renal calculi formation in the future for this patient?
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