ATI LPN
Renal System Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Urine with a high concentration of C₆Hâ‚â‚‚O₆ is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: C₆Hâ‚â‚‚O₆ (glucose) in urine (D) is abnormal (glycosuria) as it's filtered and reabsorbed, not secreted, unless the threshold is exceeded (e.g., diabetes). Normal (A, B) or secreted (C) options misalign, making D correct.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse cares for a client who is scheduled for the surgical creation of an ileal conduit. The client states, 'I am anxious about having an ileal conduit. What is it like to have this drainage tube?' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Speaking with someone experienced fosters a positive attitude and addresses client concerns.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse cares for a middle-aged female client with diabetes mellitus who is being treated for the third episode of acute pyelonephritis in the past year. The client asks, 'What can I do to help prevent these infections?' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased water and frequent voiding prevent urine stasis, reducing pyelonephritis risk.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for several patients who are receiving antibiotics. Which order will the nurse question?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IM erythromycin causes tissue irritation, making it an order to question.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give a dose of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) and learns that the patient takes warfarin (Coumadin). The nurse will request an order for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: TMP-SMX increases warfarin's anticoagulant effect, necessitating coagulation monitoring.