NCLEX-PN
Genitourinary NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When the nurse reviews the results of the client's urinalysis, which substance in the urine is most suggestive of a bladder infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood in the urine (hematuria) is a common sign of a bladder infection due to inflammation and irritation of the bladder lining.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
On the basis of the nurse's knowledge of patient rights, which Federal law has the PCT violated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The PCT violated HIPAA by discussing the client's condition loudly in a public area, compromising patient confidentiality.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is inserting an indwelling catheter into a female client. Which interventions should be implemented? Rank in the order of performance.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: A,D,B,E,C
Rationale: Correct order: 1) Explain the procedure to gain consent and reduce anxiety; 2) Place absorbent pads to maintain a clean field; 3) Set up the sterile field to prepare equipment; 4) Clean the perineum (front to back, not clean to dirty, assuming document error) to reduce infection risk; 5) Inflate the catheter bulb after insertion to secure it.