ATI LPN
Urinary System Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is not one of the 3 external coverings of the kidney?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The kidney's coverings are the renal capsule (A), adipose capsule (B), and renal fascia (C). Renal adventitia (D) is not a standard term for kidney layers, making D the incorrect option.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse cares for a client who has kidney stones from secondary hyperoxaluria. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allopurinol treats stones from hyperoxaluria by reducing uric acid production effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse teaches a client with a history of calcium phosphate urinary stones. Which statements should the nurse include in this client's dietary teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Protein, sodium, and calcium restriction helps prevent calcium phosphate stone formation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who takes low-dose erythromycin as a prophylactic medication. The patient will begin taking cefaclor for treatment of an acute infection. The nurse should discuss this with the provider because taking both of these medications simultaneously can cause which effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythromycin reduces cefaclor's effectiveness, requiring discussion with the provider.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching for a patient who will receive oral levofloxacin (Levaquin) to treat pneumonia. The patient takes an oral hypoglycemic medication and uses over-the-counter (OTC) antacids to treat occasional heartburn. The patient reports frequent arthritis pain and takes acetaminophen when needed. Which statement by the nurse is correct when teaching this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Levofloxacin may enhance hypoglycemic effects, requiring closer glucose monitoring.