Exam 45: Renal and Urologic Problems

A patient with a history of polycystic kidney disease is admitted to the surgical unit after having shoulder surgery. Which of the routine postoperative orders is most important for the nurse to discuss with the health care provider?

A 46-yr-old female patient returns to the clinic with recurrent dysuria after being treated with trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole for 3 days. Which action will the nurse plan to take?

Which information about a patient with Goodpasture syndrome requires the most rapid action by the nurse?

A patient in the urology clinic is diagnosed with monilial urethritis. Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care?

Which assessment data reported by a patient is consistent with a lower urinary tract infection (UTI)?