ATI LPN
Urinary and Renal System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse cares for a client who has elevated levels of antidiuretic hormone (ADH). Which disorder should the nurse identify as a trigger for the release of this hormone?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: ADH rises with dehydration to conserve water by increasing reabsorption.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) about the sodium restriction needed in the diet to prevent edema and hypertension. Which statement by the client indicates more teaching is needed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fast food is high in sodium, contradicting the restriction; more teaching is required.
Question 3 of 5
What glomerular filtration rate (GFR) would the nurse estimate for a 30-year-old patient with a creatinine clearance result of 60 mL/min?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Creatinine clearance directly approximates GFR, so 60 mL/min is correct.
Question 4 of 5
The functional unit of the kidney is called a
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nephron is the complete functional unit, including glomerulus and tubules.
Question 5 of 5
Calyx is characterized by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calyx is a cuplike structure collecting urine in the renal pelvis.