ATI LPN
Urinary System Multiple Choice Questions and Answers PDF Questions
Question 1 of 5
What type of epithelium forms the lining of the ureter? A) stratified squamous, B) transitional, C) simple ciliated columnar, D) simple cuboidal
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The ureter is lined with transitional epithelium (B), accommodating urine passage. Stratified squamous (A) is in skin, ciliated columnar (C) in fallopian tubes, and cuboidal (D) in tubules, making B the lining.
Question 2 of 5
When admitting a patient with acute glomerulonephritis, it is most important that the nurse ask the patient about
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acute glomerulonephritis often follows a streptococcal infection like strep throat (A), making this history critical for diagnosis. Hypertension (B) is a symptom, not cause, and UTIs (C) or stones (D) are unrelated, prioritizing A for assessment.
Question 3 of 5
When assessing the patient who has a lower urinary tract infection (UTI), the nurse will initially ask about
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dysuria (pain with urination, D) is a hallmark of lower UTI, guiding initial assessment. Nausea (A) and flank pain (B) suggest upper UTI, and poor output (C) isn't typical, making D the priority question.
Question 4 of 5
What glomerular filtration rate (GFR) would the nurse estimate for a 30-yr-old patient with a creatinine clearance result of 60 mL/min?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The creatinine clearance approximates the GFR. The other responses are not accurate.
Question 5 of 5
When collecting a urine specimen from a female patient, which of these actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Washing the perineum (A) reduces contamination for accurate urinalysis. Waiting an hour (B) is impractical, first void (C) is for specific tests, and bedpan transfer (D) risks contamination, making A the standard procedure.