ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 31 : Urinary Elimination and Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
The kidneys filter waste products from cellular metabolism out of the blood and excrete it in the urine. Which of the following are the three most important waste products to be filtered?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urea, creatinine, and uric acid are the primary waste products filtered by the kidneys from the blood.
Question 2 of 5
How long can a urine specimen sit unrefrigerated before it is analyzed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urine specimens should be analyzed within 1 hour if unrefrigerated to prevent bacterial growth and degradation.
Question 3 of 5
What is the minimum acceptable hourly urine output?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The minimum acceptable hourly urine output is 30 mL to indicate adequate kidney function.
Question 4 of 5
A frail elderly patient with a hip fracture has to void before surgery. Which of the following is the best way to handle this?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A fracture pan is designed for patients with mobility limitations, such as a hip fracture, to facilitate voiding with minimal movement.
Question 5 of 5
Which emotional response do you think most people will experience when they need to ask for assistance with urinating?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Needing assistance with urination often causes shame or embarrassment due to the loss of privacy and autonomy.