ATI LPN
Test Questions Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse reviews the urinalysis results of a client and notes a urine osmolality of $1200 \mathrm{mOsm} / \mathrm{L}$. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High osmolality indicates dehydration, so encouraging fluids is the appropriate nursing action.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse plans care for clients with urinary incontinence. Which client is correctly paired with the appropriate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Electrical stimulation strengthens pelvic muscles, suitable for postmenopausal stress incontinence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a nursing student about the minimal effective concentration (MEC) of antibiotics. Which statement by the nursing student indicates understanding of this concept?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Above MEC, the drug eradicates bacteria effectively, showing student understanding.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give a dose of oral clindamycin (Cleocin) to a patient who is being treated for a skin infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus. The patient has had several doses of the medication and reports having nausea. Which action will the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Water minimizes GI irritation like nausea, a common clindamycin side effect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) to a patient and notes a petechial rash on the patient's extremities. The nurse will perform which action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Petechial rash suggests a severe reaction, so hold and notify provider immediately.