NCLEX-PN
Genitourinary NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When the client complains about the bland taste of the food, the nurse appropriately recommends substituting salt with a bloodiness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lemon juice is a low-sodium flavor enhancer, suitable for a sodium-restricted diet, unlike catsup, mustard, or soy sauce.
Question 2 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse implement for the client who has had an ileal conduit?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring the stoma for infection (e.g., redness, discharge) prevents complications. Pouching requires a precise fit, not a 1-inch margin; ostomy referrals are secondary; and decreased output is monitored but not always reported immediately.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings is the most significant information to report when caring for a client undergoing peritoneal dialysis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An elevated body temperature may indicate infection, a serious complication of peritoneal dialysis, and must be reported.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with chronic pyelonephritis. Which assessment data support the diagnosis of chronic pyelonephritis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic pyelonephritis presents with subtle symptoms like fatigue, headaches, and polyuria due to long-term renal damage. Acute symptoms (fever, chills) are more typical of acute pyelonephritis. Strep or pneumonia are unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
Which diagnostic test, considered a sensitive indicator of advanced kidney disease, will need to be closely monitored by the nursing team?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serum creatinine is a sensitive indicator of kidney function, as it rises with advanced kidney disease due to impaired filtration.