ATI LPN
Multiple Choice Questions on Urinary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
After teaching a client with bacterial cystitis who is prescribed phenazopyridine (Pyridium), the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phenazopyridine causes orange urine, a normal effect clients should not worry about.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic to a patient who has been receiving the antibiotic for 2 days after a culture was obtained. The nurse notes increased erythema and swelling, and the patient has a persistent high fever of $39^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$. What is the nurse's next action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent symptoms suggest resistance, so reviewing sensitivity guides next steps.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old patient who will receive oral antibiotics. Which antibiotic order will the nurse question for this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tetracycline discolors teeth in children under 8, making it inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) $50 \mathrm{mg}$ to a patient who has a blood pressure of $160 / 95 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$. The nurse notes that the patient had a urine output of $200 \mathrm{~mL}$ in the past 12 hours. The nurse will perform which action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low urine output suggests renal failure, so hold and check renal function first.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement about osmotic diuresis is NOT true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Water reabsorption is reduced in osmotic diuresis due to high solute load.