ATI LPN
Urinary System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse reinforces teaching on the most serious side effect of peritoneal dialysis. Which statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peritonitis is a life-threatening complication of peritoneal dialysis.
Question 2 of 5
Place the following in the correct sequence from the initial formation of urine to its elimination from the body: 1) Major calyx, 2) Minor calyx, 3) Nephron, 4) Urethra, 5) Ureter, 6) Collecting duct
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urine forms in the nephron (3), flows to the collecting duct (6), minor calyx (2), major calyx (1), ureter (5), and urethra (4) (A). This sequence (3,6,2,1,5,4) traces filtrate from filtration to excretion, making A correct.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assesses a client with renal insufficiency and a low red blood cell count. The client asks, 'Is my anemia related to the renal insufficiency?' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kidneys produce erythropoietin to stimulate red blood cell production, linking anemia to renal insufficiency.
Question 4 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: Shift to the left indicates urosepsis, needing urgent IV antibiotics after notifying provider.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who presents with renal calculi. Which question should the nurse ask?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Family history strongly correlates with renal stone formation, making it a key question.