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Question 1 of 5

The hypothalamic thirst center is stimulated by:

A. A decline in plasma volume of 10-15% or by increases in plasma osmolality of 1-2%

B. A decline in plasma volume of 1-2% or by increases in plasma osmolality of 10-15%

C. Thirst

D. ADH releasing

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A decline in plasma volume of 10-15% or by increases in plasma osmolality of 1-2%

Question 2 of 5

A nurse cares for clients with urinary incontinence. Which types of incontinence are correctly paired with their clinical manifestation? (Select all that apply.)

A. Stress incontinence - Urine loss with physical exertion

B. Urge incontinence - Large amount of urine with each occurrence

C. Functional incontinence - Urine loss results from abnormal detrusor contractions

D. Overflow incontinence - Constant dribbling of urine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Stress incontinence - Urine loss with physical exertion

Question 3 of 5

The student nurse is reviewing drugs that affect urinary elimination with the clinical preceptor. What statement made by the nurse would warrant further education by the clinical preceptor?

A. Diuretics increase urine production and can lead to frequent urination

B. Anticholinergic drugs are used to treat overactive bladder and urinary incontinence

C. Calcium channel blockers may affect bladder contractility and can contribute to increased urinary elimination in some individuals

D. Alpha blockers relax smooth muscle in the prostate, improving urinary flow

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Calcium channel blockers may affect bladder contractility and can contribute to increased urinary elimination in some individuals

Question 4 of 5

Specify one factor affecting sodium reabsorption.

A. GFR increase

B. Aldosterone

C. Estrogens

D. Natriuretic hormone

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Aldosterone

Question 5 of 5

The structure that connects a kidney to the urinary bladder is the

A. Ureter.

B. Urethra.

C. Renal pelvis.

D. Collecting duct.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Ureter.

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