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Question 1 of 5

Juxtaglomerular cells combine with _______ cells to form the juxtaglomerular apparatus in the kidney.

A. Macula densa

B. Renal pelvis

C. Nephron

D. Renal sinus

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Macula densa

Question 2 of 5

A client has just had a central line catheter placed that is specific for hemodialysis. What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?

A. Use the catheter for the next laboratory blood draw.

B. Monitor the central venous pressure through this line.

C. Access the line for the next intravenous medication.

D. Place a heparin or heparin/saline dwell after hemodialysis.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Place a heparin or heparin/saline dwell after hemodialysis.

Question 3 of 5

After teaching a client with bacterial cystitis who is prescribed phenazopyridine (Pyridium), the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?

A. I will not take this drug with food or milk.'

B. If I think I am pregnant, I will stop the drug.'

C. An orange color in my urine should not alarm me.'

D. I will drink two glasses of cranberry juice daily.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: An orange color in my urine should not alarm me.'

Question 4 of 5

Filtrate in the distal convoluted tubule:

A. Just exited the loop of Henle

B. Has yet to enter the loop of Henle

C. Is about to enter the glomerulus

D. Has yet to enter the proximal convoluted tubule

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Just exited the loop of Henle

Question 5 of 5

As the male urethra leaves the urinary bladder, it is surrounded by the:

A. Adrenal glands

B. Bulbourethral glands

C. Prostate gland

D. Renal hilum

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Prostate gland

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