ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 31 : Urinary Elimination and Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
You are teaching bladder retraining to the patient with incontinence. She tries the plan and reports back to you about her progress. 'I tried going to the bathroom every 2 hours like you said, but I just sit there. I'm trying now to just go when I feel the urge, which is about every 3 hours. I'm still having accidents about half the time, which is a big improvement.' Which of the following statements should you make in response to the patient's comment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adjusting the interval to 2½ hours may help the patient adhere to a scheduled voiding program, which is essential for bladder retraining.
Question 2 of 5
The nursing assistant tells you that Mrs. White gained 3 pounds since her daily weigh the previous morning. You are most concerned that Mrs. White
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 3-pound weight gain in 24 hours likely indicates fluid retention (1 kg ? 1 liter), equivalent to about 1.5 liters, which requires further assessment.
Question 3 of 5
An indwelling catheter has a balloon that keeps the catheter in place.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An indwelling catheter, such as a Foley, has a balloon inflated with sterile water to secure it in the bladder.
Question 4 of 5
A straight-tipped catheter is best when catheterizing a patient with an enlarged prostate.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A coude-tipped catheter is preferred for patients with an enlarged prostate to navigate the urethral curve.
Question 5 of 5
A three-way catheter is used for continuous bladder irrigation.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A three-way catheter has an additional lumen for irrigation fluid, used in continuous bladder irrigation.