NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Genitourinary System Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When managing catheter care, which nursing action is most important for promoting wound healing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding tension on the catheter prevents trauma to the surgical site, promoting healing.
Question 2 of 5
When the nurse interviews the client, which symptoms will the client most likely report if a bladder infection has been acquired? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E,F
Rationale: Symptoms of a bladder infection typically include strong-smelling urine, burning on urination, urgency, and frequency, as these reflect irritation and inflammation of the bladder.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is discussing how to prioritize care with the UAP. Which client should the nurse instruct the UAP to see first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assisting an elderly woman to the bathroom prevents falls and addresses immediate elimination needs, prioritizing safety. Removing SCDs, changing gowns, and discontinuing IVs are less urgent.
Question 4 of 5
After the cystoscopy, which urinary symptom can the nurse expect the client to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sense of urgency is common after cystoscopy due to urethral irritation from the procedure.
Question 5 of 5
The client has been vomiting and has had numerous episodes of diarrhea. Which laboratory test should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vomiting and diarrhea cause significant potassium loss, leading to hypokalemia, which can cause arrhythmias. Calcium, phosphorus, and sodium are less critically affected in this scenario.