ATI LPN
NCLEX Questions on Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse assesses a client with bladder cancer who is recovering from a complete cystectomy with ileal conduit. Which assessment finding should alert the nurse to urgently contact the health care provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pale, cyanotic stoma suggests poor circulation, risking necrosis; urgent action is needed.
Question 2 of 5
A patient gives the nurse health information before a scheduled intravenous pyelogram (IVP). Which item has the most immediate implications for the patient's care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shellfish allergy suggests iodine sensitivity, critical for IVP contrast safety.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is the correct sequence in which urine flows through the kidney toward the urinary bladder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urine flows from papillary duct to minor calyx, major calyx, renal pelvis, ureter.
Question 4 of 5
Urinary bladder is characterized by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urinary bladder stores urine temporarily before micturition.
Question 5 of 5
If the glomerular filtration rate is too high, the macula densa sends a message to the afferent arteriole. What is the effect of this message?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Constriction reduces blood flow, lowering GFR.