ATI LPN
Urinary System MCQ Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse provides phone triage to a pregnant client. The client states, 'I am experiencing a burning pain when I urinate.' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Burning suggests a UTI needing prompt treatment in pregnancy to prevent complications.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a high dose of tetracycline (Sumycin). Which laboratory values will the nurse expect to monitor while caring for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High-dose tetracycline risks nephrotoxicity, requiring BUN and creatinine monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer doses of hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) and digoxin (Lanoxin) to a patient who has heart failure. The patient reports having blurred vision. The nurse notes a heart rate of 60 beats per minute and a blood pressure of $140 / 78 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$. Which action will the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blurred vision and bradycardia suggest digoxin toxicity, so hold and notify provider.
Question 4 of 5
Which factor does NOT affect acid secretion in the nephron?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: All listed factors influence acid-base balance in the kidney.
Question 5 of 5
A 17-year-old boy crashes his BMX bicycle and is brought into the emergency department. Physical examination reveals blood at the penile meatus. What is your first step in diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Retrograde urethrogram assesses urethral tear before catheter placement to avoid damage.