ATI LPN
Multiple Choice Questions Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Podocytes make up the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Podocytes form the visceral layer of Bowman's capsule (D), surrounding glomerular capillaries to filter plasma. Nephron (A) is broader, glomerulus (B) is capillaries, and renal capsule (C) is outer, making D precise.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse assesses clients on the medical-surgical unit. Which clients are at risk for kidney problems? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Creatine, metformin, and NSAIDs increase kidney dysfunction risk due to their effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse teaches a young female client who is prescribed amoxicillin (Amoxil) for a urinary tract infection. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amoxicillin reduces contraceptive efficacy, necessitating a backup birth control method.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse evaluates a client with acute glomerulonephritis (GN). Which manifestation should the nurse recognize as a positive response to the prescribed treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight loss indicates reduced fluid retention, a positive sign in GN treatment response.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a high dose of intravenous azithromycin to treat an infection. The patient is also taking acetaminophen for pain. The nurse should expect to review which lab values when monitoring for this drug's side effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-dose azithromycin with acetaminophen risks hepatotoxicity, so monitor liver enzymes.