GU

Question 1

Which test is most specific for renal function?

A Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
B Creatinine clearance
C Renal scan
D Serum creatinine

Answer 1

B Creatinine clearance

Question 2

Which of the following statements most likely explains why the serum BUN could be increased?

A The patient may have nonrenal tissue disease.
B The patient has decreased urea in the urine.
C The patient has impaired renal function.
D The patient has not eaten enough protein.

Answer 2

C The patient has impaired renal function.

Question 3

Your patient returns to the unit after a renal biopsy. Which of the following is your priority?

A Assess the patient’s level of consciousness.
B Monitor the patient for signs and symptoms of a UTI.
C Offer the patient warm compresses to relieve any discomfort.
D Test the urine for presence of blood using the dipstick method.

Answer 3

D Test the urine for presence of blood using the dipstick method.

Question 4

Glomerulonephritis is characterized by glomerular damage . Which of the following statements describes the cause of this damage?
A
Accumulation of immune complexes in the glomeruli
B
Growth of microorganisms in the glomeruli
C
Hemolysis of red blood cells circulating in the glomeruli
D
Release of bacteria which is toxic to the glomeruli

Answer 4

A

Accumulation of immune complexes in the glomeruli