NCLEX-PN
Genitourinary NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statements should be included when the nurse instructs a female client about the technique for collecting a clean-catch midstream urine specimen for routine urinalysis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Cleaning the urethral area and voiding a small amount before collecting the sample ensure a clean-catch specimen, reducing contamination and ensuring accurate results.
Question 2 of 5
Considering the amount of time the client must remain in bed, why is it imperative for the nurse to monitor for a urinary tract infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolonged bed rest can lead to incomplete bladder emptying, increasing the risk of urinary stasis and subsequent urinary tract infections.
Question 3 of 5
Because the client also has diabetes mellitus, which statement by the nurse best explains why that client is at higher risk for a training in a bladder infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glucose in the urine, common in diabetes, provides a nutrient-rich environment that promotes bacterial growth, increasing infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
When preparing the client for catheterization, how should the nurse position the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The lithotomy position provides optimal access to the urethral meatus for catheterization in female clients.
Question 5 of 5
If the client makes the following statements, which information is most important to report to the physician before the client undergoes an intravenous pyelography (IVP)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A previous reaction to a contrast dye, as implied by the gallbladder X-ray reaction, indicates a potential allergy risk, which must be reported before IVP.