Chapter 37. Nursing Care of Patients With Disorders of the Urinary System

Multiple Choice Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. 1. A patient hospitalized for orthopedic surgery had a urinary catheter inserted. The patient later develops a urinary tract infection (UTI) and asks the nurse what caused it. What is the appropriate response by the nurse? a. “There was a change in the pH of your urine.” b. “You probably did not void frequently enough.” c. “Bacteria probably ascended the catheter, causing the infection.” d. “There are always bacteria on your perineum that enter your urine.” 2. The nurse is reinforcing 24-hour fluid intake teaching for a patient to prevent further UTIs. Which amount should the patient state that indicates that teaching has been effective? a. “1000 mL.” b. “1500 mL.” c. “3000 mL.” d. “5000 mL.” 3. The nurse is reviewing the history and physical of a patient who has an infection. What term should the nurse realize describes an infection of the kidneys? a. Cystitis b. Hepatitis c. Urethritis d. Pyelonephritis 4. The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided