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NCLEX Questions on the Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is having a peritoneal dialysis treatment. The nurse notes an opaque color to the effluent. What is the priority action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Opaque effluent signals peritonitis; sampling for culture is the priority.
Question 2 of 5
The apex of the renal pyramid is called the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Renal papilla is the pyramid apex, draining urine into minor calyces.
Question 3 of 5
Which material is actively reabsorbed from the filtrate in the kidney tubule?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium is actively reabsorbed, driving passive movement of other substances.
Question 4 of 5
Which list of structures is presented in the correct order in which urine passes through them on the way to the bladder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urine flows from papilla through calyces to pelvis, then ureter.
Question 5 of 5
What does the renal system consists of?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Renal system includes 2 kidneys, 2 ureters, 1 urethra, bladder.