ATI LPN
Urinary System Test Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a $70-\mathrm{kg}$ patient who is receiving gentamicin (Garamycin) $85 \mathrm{mg} 4$ times daily. The patient reports experiencing ringing in the ears. The nurse will contact the provider to discuss
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ringing suggests ototoxicity, requiring serum levels to assess gentamicin toxicity.
Question 2 of 5
Glucose reabsorption is most marked in which segment of the nephron?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The proximal tubule reabsorbs most of the filtered glucose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse reviews the urinalysis results of a client and notes a urine osmolality of 1200 mOsm/L. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High osmolality indicates dehydration; increasing fluid intake helps correct it.
Question 4 of 5
A confused client with pneumonia is admitted with an indwelling catheter in place. During interdisciplinary rounds the following day, which question should the nurse ask the primary health care provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the catheter reduces infection risk, a priority for safety.
Question 5 of 5
A client is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg/day for management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). To detect the positive effect of the medication, what action of the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily weights measure fluid loss, showing Lasix's effectiveness in reducing overload.