ATI LPN
Test Questions Renal System Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A client with acute kidney injury has a blood pressure of 76/55 mm Hg. The health care provider ordered 1000 mL of normal saline to be infused over 1 hour to maintain perfusion. The client is starting to develop shortness of breath. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shortness of breath suggests fluid overload; slowing the infusion is urgent.
Question 3 of 5
A client with chronic kidney disease states, 'I feel chained to the hemodialysis machine.' What is the nurse's best response to the client's statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exploring feelings helps address coping and acceptance, the best initial response.
Question 4 of 5
A female patient being admitted with pneumonia has a history of neurogenic bladder as a result of a spinal cord injury. Which action will the nurse plan to take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the patient's usual bladder habits informs an individualized care plan.
Question 5 of 5
The location of the kidneys in relationship to the peritoneal lining of the abdominal cavity is referred to as
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kidneys are retroperitoneal, behind the peritoneal cavity lining.