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NCLEX Questions and Answers on Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a male patient who has functional incontinence. What actions should the nurse take to help prevent incontinence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Functional incontinence from physical barriers improves with urinal access (D). Cranberry juice (A) prevents UTIs, not incontinence, longer intervals (B) suit urge incontinence, and Kegels (C) help stress incontinence, making D the best action.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse knows that specific areas in the ureters have a propensity for obstruction. Prompt management of renal calculi is most important when the stone is located where?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ureteropelvic junction (A) is critical for prompt stone management due to its proximity to the kidney, risking dysfunction. The sacroiliac (B) and ureterovesical (C) junctions are also narrowed but less urgent, and the urethra (D) isn't a ureteral site, making A the priority.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is going to have an open renal biopsy. What would be an important nursing action in preparing this patient for the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NPO status (D) is critical pre-open biopsy, like any abdominal surgery, to reduce aspiration risk. Family discussion (A), antiseptic wash (B), and antivirals (C) aren't standard prep, making D the key action.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with bipolar disorder is experiencing a manic episode. Which intervention is most appropriate for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A structured environment helps manage overstimulation during a manic episode.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with delusional disorder believes their neighbor is spying on them. The nurse recognizes this as an example of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Belief of being spied on reflects a persecutory delusion.