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Question 1

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The nurse is assessing the urinalysis report of a client of average build. Which observation definitely indicates a state of illness in the client?

A) A serum creatinine level of 10 mg/dL
B) A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level of 15 mg/dL
C) Casts in the urine
D) Slightly hazy urine

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Question 2

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The nurse is reviewing the difference between acute kidney injury and chronic renal failure. Which client does the nurse identify as having chronic renal failure?

A) Condition was initiated by a drop in blood volume
B) Illness resulting in severe vomiting and diarrhea
C) Diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus
D) Injury acquired during a contact sport

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Question 3

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What percentage of the body's cardiac output is received by the kidneys? 1.5% to 10%

Which statement made by a nurse pertains to the theory of protein deficiency as a possible cause of the formation of renal calculi?

A nurse is reviewing the treatment of nephrolithiasis with staff nurses. Which statements made by an attending nurse indicate the need for additional review? Select all that apply.

A client has a history of kidney stones and states, "My whole family has kidney stones." Which is the most likely reason for the client's formation of renal calculi?

A health-care provider is evaluating the urine and blood test reports of a client with a muscular body structure. Which observations are most likely to indicate that the client is experiencing renal impairment? Select all that apply.

The nurse notices the glomerular filtration rate of a client has decreased. Which are the possible reasons for this change? Select all that apply.

Which statement made by a nurse demonstrates understanding of the basic pathology of renal disorders?

Arrange in order the steps that lead to the formation of a kidney stone related to deposition of calcium phosphate. (Enter the number of each step in the proper sequence; do not use commas or spaces.) A) The calculus erodes through the urothelium of the renal pelvis. B) Calcium phosphate compound collects layers of collagenous material and cellular debris. C) Calcium phosphate deposits in the renal papilla. D) The plaque collects layers of crystalline elements to become a calculus. E) Randall plaque forms within the subepithelial membrane.

The nurse is providing care for a young adult client who has been diagnosed with Goodpasture's syndrome. Which does the nurse identify, when reviewing test results, as an indicator of the client being at high risk for developing Goodpasture's syndrome in the kidney and lungs?

Arrange in order the mechanism related to the occurrence of edema in a client experiencing acute glomerulonephritis (AGN). (Enter the number of each step in the proper sequence; do not use commas or spaces.) A) The low colloid oncotic pressure is overcome by hydrostatic pressure. B) Loss of albumin and red blood cells (RBCs) in the urine takes place. C) The antigen-antibody complexes damage the structure of the glomeruli. D) Hyperpermeability of the capillaries occurs. E) Diminished colloid oncotic pressure (COP) occurs throughout the body. F) Antigen enters the body and stimulates antibody synthesis.

Which is a likely cause of elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) in a client?

The nurse is providing care for a client admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) after surgery for multiple accident-related injuries. The client's spouse asks why the nurse is measuring the client's urine every hour. What is the reason for the assessment?

Which statement made by a nurse demonstrates understanding of the secretory functions of the kidney?

The nurse assesses a client for the presence of proteinuria. What observations indicate the client is experiencing this condition? Select all that apply.

Which percentage of clients diagnosed with Goodpasture's syndrome has clinically apparent manifestations of pulmonary and renal disease?

The nurse is assessing a client with suspected nephrolithiasis. Which factors does the nurse identify as possible causes for the disease? Select all that apply.

Which statements does the nurse identify as correct after contrasting peritoneal dialysis (PD) with hemodialysis and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) ? Select all that apply.

Arrange in order the changes that occur in the kidneys during polycystic kidney disease. (Enter the number of each step in the proper sequence; do not use commas or spaces.) A) Blood leaks into the cysts. B) An outpocketing of the nephron tubule walls takes place. C) The cysts develop blood vessels. D) Hyperplasia of renal epithelial cells occurs. E) The cystic walls stretch, causing excruciating pain. F) Gross hematuria occurs.