A nurse assesses a client with renal insufficiency and a low red blood cell count. The client asks, 'Is my anemia related to the renal insufficiency?' How should the nurse respond?

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A nurse assesses a client with renal insufficiency and a low red blood cell count. The client asks, 'Is my anemia related to the renal insufficiency?' How should the nurse respond?

A. Red blood cells produce erythropoietin, which increases blood flow to the kidneys.' B. Your anemia and renal insufficiency are related to inadequate vitamin D and a loss of bone density.' C. Erythropoietin is usually released from the kidneys and stimulates red blood cell production in the bone marrow.' D. Kidney insufficiency inhibits active transportation of red blood cells throughout the blood.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

A client is diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD). What is an ideal goal of treatment set by the nurse in the care plan to reduce the risk of pulmonary edema?

A. Maintaining oxygen saturation of 89% B. Minimal crackles and wheezes in lung sounds C. Maintaining a balanced intake and output D. Limited shortness of breath upon exertion

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A 79-year-old man has been admitted with benign prostatic hyperplasia. What is most appropriate to include in the nursing plan of care?

A. Limit fluid intake to no more than 1000 mL/day. B. Leave a light on in the bathroom during the night. C. Ask the patient to use a urinal so that urine can be measured. D. Pad the patient's bed to accommodate overflow incontinence.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

The urinary system is the principal system responsible for:

A. Removal of carbon dioxide. B. Water and electrolyte balance. C. Excretion of toxic nitrogenous compounds. D. B and C

Correct Answer: E

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

Urgency is characterized by:

A. Urination especially excessive at night. B. A feeling to void immediately. C. Painful urination. D. Presence of bacteria in the urine.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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