Which of the following is a primary nursing intervention necessary for all patients with a Foley Catheter in place?

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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is a primary nursing intervention necessary for all patients with a Foley Catheter in place?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Keeping the drainage tubing and bag below the bladder (D) uses gravity to ensure continuous urine flow, preventing reflux and infection, a universal Foley care principle. Level positioning (A) hinders drainage, Neosporin irrigation (B) isn't routine and risks resistance, and clamping (C) disrupts flow and bladder function, making D the primary, evidence-based intervention.

Question 2 of 5

Aldosterone causes:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Aldosterone increases Na⁺ reabsorption and K⁺ secretion (D), reducing urine volume by retaining water. Decreased K⁺ (A), increased Na⁺ (B), or more output (C) oppose this, making D correct.

Question 3 of 5

Which finding by the nurse for a patient admitted with glomerulonephritis indicates that treatment has been effective?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Resolved edema (C) shows treatment success in glomerulonephritis, as it reduces proteinuria and fluid retention. No dysuria (A) or nitrites (B) is expected (no UTI), and ASO titers (D) remain elevated post-infection, making C the key indicator.

Question 4 of 5

Which assessment finding for a patient who has just been admitted with acute pyelonephritis is most important for the nurse to report to the health care provider?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Low BP (88/45 mm Hg, C) suggests urosepsis or shock in pyelonephritis, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate report. Foul urine (A), flank pain (B), and mild fever (D) are expected, but hypotension is critical, making C most urgent.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is examining an adult patient. For what purpose would the nurse use palpation?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A distended bladder may be palpable above the symphysis pubis. Palpation would not be helpful in assessing for the other listed urinary tract information.

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