ATI LPN
Renal System Multiple Choice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The patient will begin taking penicillin G procaine (Wycillin). The nurse notes that the solution is milky in color. What action will the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Milky color is normal for penicillin G procaine, so administer as ordered without concern.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notes a blood pressure of $160 / 90 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$ in a patient taking a thiazide diuretic. The patient reports taking an herbal medication that a friend recommended. Which herbal product is likely, given this patient's blood pressure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ginkgo raises blood pressure with thiazides, likely causing this elevation.
Question 3 of 5
Which factor reduces renal blood flow?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dehydration decreases renal perfusion due to reduced circulating volume.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse reviews laboratory results for a client who was admitted for a myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock 2 days ago. Which laboratory test result should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shock reduces renal perfusion, elevating BUN; creatinine stays normal without damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse reviews a female client's laboratory results. Which results from the client's urinalysis should the nurse recognize as abnormal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ketones in urine are abnormal, indicating fat metabolism instead of glucose.