A client with an alteration in the renal system is demonstrating inconsistent blood pressure ...

A client with an alteration in the renal system is demonstrating inconsistent blood pressure control. The nurse realizes that the substance produced by the kidneys that assists in blood pressure control is:
 
  1. antidiuretic hormone.
  2. erythropoietin.
  3. renin.
  4. vitamin D.

Question 2

A female client tells the nurse that she is planning on having plastic surgery to correct a minor facial defect and then have her breasts done.
 
  The nurse would identify which of the following nursing diagnoses as being appropriate for this client?
  1. Ineffective coping
  2. Anxiety
  3. Hopelessness
  4. Body dysmorphic disorder

Question 3

A client is surprised to learn that she has been diagnosed with osteoporosis since she does not smoke, is not underweight, and exercises. The nurse should assess if the client has any secondary conditions which could cause the disorder, including:
 
  1. diabetes mellitus.
  2. heart failure.
  3. fibromyalgia.
  4. lactose intolerance.

Question 4

The Emergency Preparedness Committee in a health care organization is reviewing available supplies for a mass casualty event since supplies need to be able to support the organization's functioning for:
 
  1. 24 hours.
  2. 48 hours.
  3. 96 hours.
  4. 1 week.

Question 5

The nurse is assessing the renal system of an elderly client. Which of the following is not an age-related change seen in the renal system?
 
  1. Decreased glomerular filtration rate
  2. Decreased muscle tone and elasticity in the ureters, bladder, and urinary sphincter
  3. Prostatic hypoplasia in the male
  4. Nocturia