When administering medications, the nurse should be knowledgeable
that which of the following routes is the most rapid?
A. Intravenously
B. Rectally
C. Orally
D. Intramuscular - CORRECT ANSWER-A
A nurse is caring for a 19 years old client who is prescribed peritoneal dialysis. The
client is unaware how the process works. Which of the following statements should be
included in the client's education.
A. This type of dialysis is not commonly done.
B. This type of dialysis must be done in a clinic.
C. This type of dialysis uses a natural membrane for solute and fluid exchange.
D. This type of dialysis uses a dialyzer which is specifically ordered for the patient. -
CORRECT ANSWER-C
Which of the following foods would have the highest potassium content?
A. Pear, raw 1/2 half
B. Liver calf, fried 3 1/2 oz
C. Asparagus, fresh 5-6 spears
D. Beets, canned 1/2 cup - CORRECT ANSWER-B
If a kidney infection is left untreated, it can cause which of the following?
A. None of the conditions listed.
B. Arthritis
C. Pyelonephritis
D. Kidney stones - CORRECT ANSWER-C
A nurse is caring for a client with HIV. The client is scheduled to have dialysis. Which of
the following would be appropriate HIV precautions in a dialysis unit?
A. The client should be placed in strict isolation.
B. The client with HIV should not receive hemodialysis.
C. Standard precautions should be used.
D. Mask and gowns should be worn by staff caring for the patient. - CORRECT
ANSWER-C
The nurse is caring for a client with acute renal failure. The client has an elevated urea
level. Which of the following signs would the nurse expect to see? Select all that apply.
A. Fever
B. Diarrhea
C. Insomnia