ATI LPN
Urinary System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
In the proximal convoluted tubule, chloride ions are reabsorbed because of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chloride follows sodium's active reabsorption in the PCT due to electrical attraction (C), maintaining charge balance. It's not actively transported (A), tied to calcium (B), or driven solely by osmosis (D), making C the mechanism.
Question 2 of 5
Urine with a high concentration of C₆Hâ‚â‚‚O₆ is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: C₆Hâ‚â‚‚O₆ (glucose) in urine (D) is abnormal (glycosuria) as it's filtered and reabsorbed, not secreted, unless the threshold is exceeded (e.g., diabetes). Normal (A, B) or secreted (C) options misalign, making D correct.
Question 3 of 5
A patient in the hospital has a history of functional urinary incontinence. Which nursing action will be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Functional incontinence from mobility/cognitive issues improves with a bedside commode (A) for easier access. Credé (B) and residuals (C) are for overflow, and Kegel (D) is for stress incontinence, making A the best action.
Question 4 of 5
Which question should the nurse ask to assess a patient's dysuria?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dysuria is painful urination. The alternate responses can be used to assess other urinary tract symptoms: hematuria, nocturia, and frequency.
Question 5 of 5
When working in the urology/nephrology clinic, which patient's care could the nurse delegate to an experienced licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: LPN/VN education includes common procedures such as catheterization of stable patients. The other patients require complex assessments or patient teaching that are included in registered nurse (RN) education and scope of practice.