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Disorders of the Genitourinary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The female gonad is called a(n)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: ovary. The female gonad is the primary reproductive organ that produces eggs and secretes hormones. The ovary is specifically responsible for these functions. Placenta (A) is an organ formed during pregnancy, fallopian tube (B) is a part of the female reproductive system that transports eggs, and fimbria (C) are finger-like projections at the end of the fallopian tube. Therefore, the ovary is the only choice that accurately represents the female gonad.
Question 2 of 5
A gerontologic nurse is assessing a patient who has
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because uncharacteristic drowsiness can be a sign of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in older adults. UTIs can present atypically in older adults with symptoms like confusion, lethargy, and drowsiness. The other choices are incorrect because: A: A dull suprapubic region on percussion is not specific to UTI. C: Voiding large amounts of urine is not a typical symptom of UTI. D: Food cravings are not associated with UTI symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A geriatric nurse is performing an assessment of body patient whose renal function is progressively declining. systems on an 85-year-old patient. The nurse should be
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because as renal function declines in an elderly patient, there will be related changes affecting the urinary system. This is important for the nurse to assess to monitor the patient's renal health and intervene as necessary. Choice B is incorrect because a decrease in creatinine level is not a typical indicator of declining renal function. Choice C is incorrect because with declining renal function, the ability to concentrate urine actually decreases. Choice D is incorrect because increased bladder capacity is not a direct result of declining renal function.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing a focused genitourinary and the flank and lower abdomen. The patient is being renal assessment of a patient. Where should the nurse assessed for renal calculi. The nurse recognizes that the assess for pain at the costovertebral angle? stone is most likely in what anatomic location?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Ureter. The nurse should assess for pain at the costovertebral angle to check for renal calculi because the ureters connect the kidneys to the bladder and flank pain at this angle can indicate ureteral obstruction from a renal stone. Assessing at the umbilicus (choice A) or meatus (choice B) would not provide information specific to renal calculi. Assessing at the bladder (choice C) would be more relevant for bladder issues, not renal calculi.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the electronic health record of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Renal calculi. Deep tendon reflex assessment is not directly related to the urinary/renal system. Renal calculi, or kidney stones, can cause severe pain and discomfort in the urinary tract. The assessment may help identify if the patient is experiencing symptoms related to renal calculi, such as flank pain or hematuria. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they are not specifically addressed by assessing deep tendon reflexes, unlike renal calculi.