ATI LPN
Urinary and Renal System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who is recovering from extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for renal calculi. The nurse notes an ecchymotic area on the client's right lower back. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bruising is common after lithotripsy; ice reduces discomfort and extent of bruising.
Question 2 of 5
A patient will begin taking amoxicillin. The nurse should instruct the patient to avoid which foods?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acidic foods increase stomach irritation with amoxicillin, reducing its effectiveness.
Question 3 of 5
Which is a characteristic that distinguishes sulfonamides from other drugs used to treat bacterial infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sulfonamides are synthetic, not biologic, distinguishing them from other antibiotics.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has begun taking spironolactone (Aldactone) in addition to a thiazide diuretic. With the addition of the spironolactone, the nurse will counsel this patient to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Spironolactone risks hyperkalemia with poor renal function, so report low output.
Question 5 of 5
Which process is responsible for the majority of sodium reabsorption in the nephron?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sodium reabsorption in the proximal tubule occurs via secondary active transport.