ATI LPN
Urinary System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is experiencing flashbacks. The nurse identifies which intervention as most helpful?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grounding techniques help clients stay connected to the present during flashbacks.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse performing the health interview of a patient with a new onset of periorbital edema has completed a genogram, noting the health history of the patients siblings, parents, and grandparents. This assessment addresses the patients risk of what kidney disorder?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PKD is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. Nephritic syndrome, acute glomerulonephritis, and nephrotic syndrome are not genetic disorders.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse reinforces teaching on the most serious side effect of peritoneal dialysis. Which statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peritonitis is a life-threatening complication of peritoneal dialysis.
Question 4 of 5
Granular (juxtaglomerular cells) secrete ___ when there is a fall in ___ ion concentration.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Juxtaglomerular cells secrete renin (D) when sodium falls in the distal tubule, detected by the macula densa, activating RAAS. Chloride (A) is secondary, carbonic anhydrase (B) and ATPase (C) are unrelated, making D the trigger.
Question 5 of 5
Place the following in the correct sequence from the initial formation of urine to its elimination from the body: 1) Major calyx, 2) Minor calyx, 3) Nephron, 4) Urethra, 5) Ureter, 6) Collecting duct
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urine forms in the nephron (3), flows to the collecting duct (6), minor calyx (2), major calyx (1), ureter (5), and urethra (4) (A). This sequence (3,6,2,1,5,4) traces filtrate from filtration to excretion, making A correct.