The nurse contributes to the plan of care for a patient having an intravenous pyelogram. Which intervention should be included?

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse contributes to the plan of care for a patient having an intravenous pyelogram. Which intervention should be included?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Monitoring creatinine detects contrast-induced kidney damage.

Question 2 of 5

The apical membrane of the proximal convoluted tubule cells is impermeable to bicarbonate ions.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The PCT apical membrane reabsorbs bicarbonate via Na+/H+ exchange and carbonic anhydrase, making it permeable (B), not impermeable (A). False reflects this active process, making B correct.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following would NOT be secreted from the ISF into the filtrate?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Amino acids (B) are reabsorbed in the PCT, not secreted, to conserve nutrients. Organic acids (A), bases (C), and creatinine (D) are secreted to eliminate waste, making B the exception.

Question 4 of 5

After delegating to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) the task of completing a bladder scan examination for a client, the nurse evaluates the UAP's performance. Which action by the UAP indicates the nurse must provide additional instructions when delegating this task?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Incorrect icon selection affects accuracy, requiring further instruction for proper use.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse obtains the health history of a client with a suspected diagnosis of bladder cancer. Which question should the nurse ask when determining this client's risk factors?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Smoking is a major risk factor for bladder cancer, making it the key question to ask.

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