ATI Learning System = Medical-Surgical: Renal and Urinary Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ATI Learning System = Medical-Surgical: Renal and Urinary Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is the best indicator of kidney function in a client with chronic kidney disease? Serum creatinine level What finding should the nurse expect in a client with nephrotic syndrome? Generalized edema and proteinuria What is a priority nursing action after a hemodialysis session? Monitor for hypotension and dizziness What is the purpose of giving sodium polystyrene sulfonate to a renal client? Lower elevated potassium levels What dietary restriction is typically required for a client with end-stage renal disease? Limit foods high in phosphorus 2 What clinical finding is associated with a urinary tract infection in older adults? Confusion or acute change in mental status What is the most reliable way to confirm placement of a urinary catheter? Observe urine flow into the drainage bag What is the nurse’s first action if a client with peritoneal dialysis reports cloudy drainage? Notify the provider and assess for signs of peritonitis What assessment finding requires immediate intervention in a client with acute kidney injury? Urine output less than 30 mL/hr What is a common symptom of bladder cancer? Painless hematuria What teaching should the nurse provide to a client with recurrent kidney stones? Increase daily fluid intake to at least 2 to 3 liters 3 What is an expected finding in a client with pyelonephritis? Flank pain and fever What is the priority assessment in a client with a new arteriovenous fistula for dialysis? Palpate for a thrill and auscultate for a bruit What should the nurse do if a client with chronic kidney disease reports muscle cramps? Assess serum calcium and phosphorus levels What is an expected finding in a client with postrenal acute kidney injury? Difficulty voiding or bladder distention What is the purpose of administering erythropoietin to a renal client? Stimulate red blood cell production to treat anemia What is the most common cause of acute glomerulonephritis in adults? Recent streptococcal infection 4 What is the nurse’s best response to a client asking why they must limit potassium? High potassium can cause dangerous heart rhythms What is a major complication of peritoneal dialysis the nurse should monitor for? Peritonitis What is the proper position for a client after a kidney biopsy? Lie on the affected side for several hours What is the nurse’s priority action when a client with renal calculi reports sudden severe pain? Administer prescribed analgesics and assess urine output What lab result would the nurse expect in a client with acute kidney injury? Elevated BUN and creatinine What is the best method to evaluate fluid balance in a client with renal failure? Daily weight monitoring