Kidney Stones — True/False Answer Key
False — Kidney stones can be small or large, and some may require surgery or special procedures to remove.
True — Drinking plenty of water helps prevent stones by flushing minerals out.
True — Eating too much salt increases the risk by raising calcium in urine.
True — Family history can increase risk.
True — Sharp lower back or side pain is a common symptom.
True — Fever and chills may signal infection and need urgent care.
False — Pain medicine helps with symptoms, but some stones need surgery or other treatments.
True — Straining urine helps doctors analyze stone type.
True — Some stones do require surgery or procedures.
True — Tamsulosin relaxes muscles to help stones pass.
False — Antibiotics are only given if there is an infection, not for all kidney stones.
False — Drinking less water increases risk; you should drink more water.
True — Spinach is high in oxalates, which can increase risk of some stones.
True — Blood in urine is a warning sign.
False — Kidney stones can cause kidney damage if untreated.
True — Reducing salt helps prevent stones.
True — Difficulty urinating needs medical attention.
True — Severe pain unrelieved by medicine needs emergency care.
True — Healthy weight lowers risk.
True — Cloudy or foul-smelling urine may indicate stones or infection.