ATI LPN
Test Questions Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a nursing student about the minimal effective concentration (MEC) of antibiotics. Which statement by the nursing student indicates understanding of this concept?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Above MEC, the drug eradicates bacteria effectively, showing student understanding.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) to a patient and notes a petechial rash on the patient's extremities. The nurse will perform which action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Petechial rash suggests a severe reaction, so hold and notify provider immediately.
Question 3 of 5
Which substance is transported via active transport in the nephron?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glucose is actively reabsorbed in the proximal tubule via sodium-glucose co-transporters.
Question 4 of 5
What is the arrow pointing to on this CT scan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The arrow indicates a calcified stone at the ureterovesical junction clearly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse reviews the laboratory findings of a client with a urinary tract infection. The laboratory report notes a 'shift to the left' in a client's white blood cell count. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A left shift suggests urosepsis; IV antibiotics are urgent after notifying the provider.