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NCLEX Questions and Answers on Renal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which statement about sodium reabsorption is true?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium reabsorption is highly efficient, with over 95% reclaimed in the nephron.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse cares for a client who is having trouble voiding. The client states, 'I cannot urinate in public places.' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Privacy aids voiding comfort; closing the curtain is a practical first step.
Question 3 of 5
A marathon runner comes into the clinic and states 'I have not urinated very much in the last few days.' The nurse notes a heart rate of 110 beats/min and a blood pressure of 86/58 mm Hg. Which action by the nurse is the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mild dehydration needs oral hydration first; it's the quickest initial step.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for a dose of cefazolin and vitamins at this time. Hemodialysis for this client is also scheduled in 60 minutes. Which action by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dialysis removes cefazolin and vitamins; holding them until after is best.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 68-year-old hospitalized patient with a decreased glomerular filtration rate who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). Which action will be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring urine output post-IVP is key due to nephrotoxic contrast risk.