ATI RN
Genitourinary System Diseases Questions
Question 1 of 5
The external male genital structures include the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Scrotum. The scrotum is a pouch of skin and muscle that houses and protects the testes, which are the actual male reproductive glands responsible for producing sperm. The scrotum also helps regulate the temperature of the testes to ensure optimal sperm production. A: Testis - While the testis is an external male genital structure, it is not the correct answer in this context as the question specifically asks for external structures. C: Epididymis - The epididymis is a coiled tube located on the back of each testicle where sperm mature and are stored. It is an internal structure and not considered part of the external genital structures. D: Vas deferens - The vas deferens is a tube that carries sperm from the epididymis to the urethra during ejaculation. It is also an internal structure and not part of the external genital structures.
Question 2 of 5
A 2-month-old uncircumcised infant has been brought to the clinic for a well-baby checkup. How would the nurse proceed with the genital examination?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: The glans is assessed for redness or lesions. This is the appropriate step for a genital examination in a 2-month-old uncircumcised infant to check for any signs of infection or abnormalities. Eliciting the cremasteric reflex (choice A) is not necessary for a routine well-baby checkup and is more relevant in assessing testicular descent. Choices B and D are incomplete or irrelevant, not addressing the specific aspect of the genital examination needed in this scenario.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing patient teaching about an erectile dysfunction drug. One of the drugs potential side effects is prolonged, painful erection of the penis without sexual stimulation, which is known as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Step 1: Define priapism - Priapism is a prolonged, painful erection of the penis without sexual stimulation. Step 2: Link to the drug side effect - The question mentions a potential side effect of an erectile dysfunction drug, which is priapism. Step 3: Eliminate other choices - Orchitis is inflammation of the testicle, stricture is a narrowing of a tube or passage, and phimosis is the inability to retract the foreskin. These do not match the description of priapism. Step 4: Conclusion - The correct answer is C because it directly aligns with the described side effect and the other choices do not.
Question 4 of 5
The main regulator of water reabsorption is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: antidiuretic hormone. Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys by increasing permeability of the collecting ducts to water. This allows for reabsorption of more water back into the bloodstream, reducing urine output and maintaining water balance. Renin, angiotensin, and aldosterone are involved in regulating blood pressure and electrolyte balance, not specifically water reabsorption. Therefore, ADH is the main regulator of water reabsorption in the body.
Question 5 of 5
During an examination, the nurse observes a female patient's vestibule and expects to see the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Urethral meatus and vaginal orifice. The vestibule is the area between the labia minora where the urethral meatus and vaginal orifice are located. This is important for the nurse to observe during an examination to assess the patient's genital health. Choice B is incorrect because the vestibular (Bartholin) glands are not typically visible in the vestibule during an examination. Choice C is incorrect because the paraurethral (Skene) glands are not typically visible in the vestibule either. Choice D is incorrect because it combines the paraurethral (Skene) and vestibular (Bartholin) glands, which are not typically visible in the vestibule during examination.