ATI LPN
Urinary System Multiple Choice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with chronic renal insufficiency weighs 70 kg and has creatinine clearance 18 mL/min. An appropriate dietary modification is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Potassium restriction is critical in chronic renal insufficiency to prevent hyperkalemia.
Question 2 of 5
What type of epithelium forms the lining of the renal pelvis? A) stratified squamous, B) transitional, C) simple ciliated columnar, D) simple cuboidal
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The renal pelvis has transitional epithelium (B), stretching with urine flow. Stratified squamous (A) is in skin, ciliated columnar (C) in airways, and cuboidal (D) in tubules, making B correct.
Question 3 of 5
True or False: Angiotensin II is a substance made by the body to lower blood pressure during stress.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Angiotensin II raises blood pressure (B) via vasoconstriction and aldosterone, not lowers it (A), countering stress-induced drops. False reflects its hypertensive role, making B correct.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse reviews laboratory results for a client who was admitted for a myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock 2 days ago. Which laboratory test result should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shock reduces renal perfusion, elevating BUN as expected in this condition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse cares for adult clients who experience urge incontinence. For which client should the nurse plan a habit training program?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Habit training suits confused clients by scheduling toileting to manage urge incontinence.