Comprehensive Incontinence, Urology, and Safety Nursing Practice Test

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• What is a key consideration when managing elderly patients with incontinence and polypharmacy?
• Which symptom is part of Meniere disease?
• List three common antimuscarinic side effects and a caution for elderly patients with cognitive impairment.
• Which statement best defines conductive hearing loss?
• What is the primary purpose of Kegel exercises?
• Which finding indicates a compromised stoma?
• Which pharmacologic class is commonly used as a first-line treatment for urge incontinence and works by blocking muscarinic receptors?
• Name two first-line pharmacologic treatments for urge urinary incontinence.
• Which of the following best explains NPO status?
• Which type of urinary incontinence is most associated with leakage during activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure, such as coughing or lifting?
• Age-related changes in bladder capacity can lead to increased frequency and nocturia in older adults. Which management plan is appropriate?
• As part of initial kidney stone management, what is an essential educational focus for patients to prevent recurrence?
• Which medication is a selective alpha-1 blocker commonly used to improve urine flow in BPH?
• Which statement describes the goal of a spontaneous voiding trial after catheter removal?
• Which position is used for enema administration?
• What is the role of hydration and dietary advice in kidney stone prevention?
• Identify potential complications of long-term indwelling urinary catheter use in adults.
• Secondary prevention includes which of the following?
• What is the primary purpose of a nephrostomy tube?
• In which scenario would intermittent catheterization be preferred over an indwelling catheter?
• Oxybutynin manages overactive bladder by which action?
• Which lifestyle change reduces the risk of hypertension?
• Which laboratory value assesses kidney function and informs urological evaluation?
• What is the proper position for enema administration?
• What is a common sign of acute kidney injury that may prompt evaluation in urology patients?
• How should PSA levels be interpreted with age-specific considerations and what findings warrant referral for further workup?
• What action helps prevent obstruction of a catheterized patient’s drainage, particularly with a suprapubic catheter?
• What nursing considerations are essential for a patient with a suprapubic catheter?
• Functional incontinence is primarily due to what factors?
• Which imaging modality is used to evaluate hydronephrosis after urinary obstruction?
• Tertiary prevention includes which of the following?
• What symptom is commonly associated with GERD?
• In men taking alpha-blockers for BPH, what orthostatic risk exists and what nursing instruction mitigates this risk?
• Which practice helps prevent catheter-associated UTIs?
• Name two common alpha-1 antagonists used for BPH and one major adverse effect to monitor.
• How is iron deficiency anemia treated?
• Which dietary modification helps prevent constipation?
• What risk is increased by incontinence-associated dermatitis?
• Which signs suggest a kidney stone is actively moving and may require urgent evaluation?
• Which type of incontinence is most likely to improve with pelvic floor muscle training?
• Which intervention prevents catheter-associated UTIs?
• Which intervention can help encourage urination?
• Post-TURP irrigation is used to prevent what complication?
• What is the role of finasteride or dutasteride in BPH management and what is a notable long-term side effect?
• Which food is rich in iron?
• What signs of a urinary tract infection may be atypical in older adults with incontinence?
• What indicates paralytic ileus?
• Which scenario best illustrates the use of a nursing care plan?
• During Foley removal after surgery, what triggers catheter removal?
• Which diet is recommended after recovery from diverticulitis?
• Which food is rich in iron?
• What is an important part of the digital rectal exam process to ensure patient comfort and privacy?
• Which technique involves scheduled toilet visits to reduce episodes of incontinence?
• Besides infection, what is a common complication of long-term indwelling urinary catheters?
• Which instrument is commonly used to quantify the severity of urinary incontinence and its impact on quality of life?
• Which option reflects key elements of a uro-safety culture aimed at CAUTI prevention?
• Which medication relieves urinary tract pain?
• What is the initial management for acute urinary retention in a male patient?
• Why are pessaries used in pelvic organ disorders and what nursing assessment is essential prior to fitting?
• What do high fiber diets help prevent?
• What is a key technique consideration for intermittent catheterization?
• A cystometrogram assesses bladder pressure and volume during filling and voiding to evaluate detrusor function. Which pattern would suggest detrusor overactivity?
• Which symptom is associated with neurogenic bladder?
• Why is a patient NPO primarily?
• TURP syndrome is primarily caused by what electrolyte disturbance and mechanism?
• Which statement about nephrostomy tubes is true?
• Which laboratory value is commonly used to assess kidney function in urological evaluations?
• Which scenario most strongly suggests overflow incontinence?
• Which statement demonstrates therapeutic communication?
• In managing urinary incontinence after stroke, what should be reviewed as a potential contributor?
• What is the recommended approach to managing urinary incontinence in post-stroke patients?
• Which symptom indicates possible bladder outlet obstruction in men with BPH?
• Which symptoms are commonly seen with cystitis as opposed to pyelonephritis?
• During Foley catheter care, which principle is essential to ensure safety?
• What antibiotic class is commonly used as first-line therapy for uncomplicated cystitis in nonpregnant women?
• Which laboratory value is most commonly used to assess long-term nutritional status?
• Iron deficiency anemia is typically treated with which therapy?
• In the care of a malnourished patient, which intervention is most appropriate initially?
• What symptom suggests retinal detachment?
• Which test is used to evaluate nerve and muscle function of the bladder?
• What age-related change contributes to urinary incontinence in older adults?
• Which assessment tool complements objective testing to classify types of urinary incontinence and their bother?
• Which activity is recommended to reduce GERD symptoms?
• What safety measure is essential when performing urethral catheterization to minimize risk of infection?
• Which medication stimulates bladder contractions to treat urinary retention?
• What is the recommended approach for bladder training in urge incontinence and what is a typical initial schedule?
• What is the normal range for post-void residual in adults?
• What does a healthy bowel stoma look like?
• Which pair of procedures are modern stone management options, and what is a relevant nursing consideration post-procedure?
• Why is maintaining a closed drainage system and keeping the collection bag below the bladder important?
• Which imaging modality is often first-line for suspected nephrolithiasis in adults?
• In some guidelines, which antidepressant is used off-label to treat stress urinary incontinence by increasing urethral sphincter tone?
• A bladder diary over a 3-day period should characterize which of the following data?
• Which feeding method may be used for severe malnutrition?
• Which symptom not typical of cystitis would suggest pyelonephritis?
• Which diet includes broth and gelatin?
• Which statement demonstrates therapeutic communication?
• Duloxetine is used off-label to treat stress incontinence by increasing urethral sphincter tone.
• What is the purpose of nursing care plans?
• What symptom suggests malnutrition?
• Which full name corresponds to the acronym ICIQ-UI Short Form?
• Post-TURP catheter management: what is a typical nursing priority in the immediate postoperative period?
• A patient with difficulty chewing should be placed on which diet?
• Incontinence-associated dermatitis increases which risks?
• Which type of catheter is typically used for long-term drainage with a closed drainage system?
• Which test is used to estimate kidney function in urology patients?
• What patient education helps prevent GERD symptoms?
• What is a risk factor for GERD?
• Which strategies support continence in cognitively impaired patients living in the community?
• During phenazopyridine therapy, what color change might you observe in urine?
• Which statement best defines sensorineural hearing loss?
• What symptom suggests malnutrition?
• What PVR threshold suggests abnormal incomplete bladder emptying warranting further evaluation, and how is PVR commonly measured?
• Which of the following is a primary objective of assessing post-void residual in older adults with incontinence?
• Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for catheter-associated urinary tract infection in long-term care residents?
• Which symptom suggests pyelonephritis rather than cystitis?
• A patient with GERD is advised to avoid which behavior to reduce reflux?
• Limiting high-oxalate foods and maintaining hydration reduces recurrence of which type of kidney stone?
• What is the recommended order of operations for removing a Foley catheter following surgery?
• Which of the following is a risk factor for GERD?
• What surgical procedure is commonly performed to relieve obstruction from BPH?
• Which situation would most likely require a referral for urodynamic testing?
• What is the purpose of the miracle question?
• When urethral injury is suspected, what are nursing priorities during catheterization?
• Which disease causes vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss?
• What is an example of non-therapeutic communication?
• Mechanical soft diets are used for patients who have what?
• What dietary modification can reduce recurrence risk for calcium oxalate stones?
• Incontinence product selection, which factor primarily informs the choice of an absorbent product?
• Differentiate between lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and detrusor overactivity in terms of predominant symptom patterns.
• In a structured continence plan for cognitively impaired individuals living at home, which element is essential?
• What symptom is most common with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
• Which patient education point is critical after a catheter is removed?
• For a post-void patient with a urinary catheter, how should urine output be documented?
• Describe the mechanism and candidacy criteria for sacral neuromodulation in urinary incontinence.
• What helps prevent childhood obesity?
• What side effect should the nurse teach about phenazopyridine?
• Which test confirms the presence of bacteriuria requiring antibiotics?
• Bethanechol is used to treat urinary retention by stimulating detrusor muscle contractions.
• Which sequence describes a basic progressive pelvic floor muscle training (Kegel) program?
• Which statement about nursing care plans is most accurate?
• Which statement best describes functional incontinence?
• When urethral injury is suspected, a suprapubic catheter is considered because it:
• What are key nursing points when educating patients about urinary function during cancer treatment?
• Which type of incontinence occurs when coughing or sneezing?
• Which lab value indicates nutritional status?
• What is the role of standard precautions and hand hygiene in urology procedures?
• Which color is NOT compatible with a healthy bowel stoma?
• What is the preferred method for measuring post-void residual to evaluate voiding dysfunction?
• Which complication can untreated BPH lead to?
• Which data item is specifically recorded in a bladder diary due to its potential impact on symptoms?
• What is the recommended approach for preventing skin breakdown in patients with urinary incontinence?
• Which statement about suprapubic catheter placement is true?
• What is the hallmark of functional urinary incontinence?
• Which medication is an alpha-1 blocker commonly used to relieve BPH symptoms such as weak urine stream?
• Which symptom suggests peptic ulcer disease?
• In which situation is enteral feeding most appropriate?
• What is the primary goal of bladder training in urge incontinence?
• Describe the mechanism of action of mirabegron and a potential cardiovascular side effect to monitor.
• What does TURP stand for?
• What is sensorineural hearing loss caused by?
• Which statement best describes safety monitoring during cystoscopy in older adults?
• In men with bladder outlet obstruction, what does an elevated post-void residual (PVR) after voiding most likely indicate?
• Which laboratory value is commonly decreased in severe malnutrition?
• What is a uroflow study and what information does it provide?
• In the evaluation of a first-time kidney stone, which imaging modality is commonly used to determine stone size and location?
• After stone management procedures, what are key nursing priorities?
• Which statement accurately matches each type of urinary incontinence with its primary pathophysiological mechanism?
• What precaution helps prevent aspiration in patients with dysphagia?
• What should be the appearance of a healthy stoma?
• Which data item is NOT typically recorded in a bladder diary as described?
• Which lifestyle change can help reduce GERD symptoms at night?
• During digital rectal examination, which finding would raise suspicion for cancer rather than benign prostatic hyperplasia?
• Which statement correctly describes primary prevention?
• Which statement best reflects nursing considerations when starting diuretic therapy for a patient with urinary incontinence?
• What are key infection control considerations when caring for a patient with an indwelling catheter in a community setting?
• What is the most effective strategy to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) in hospitalized patients?
• How should skin be cared for in a patient with ongoing urinary incontinence to prevent moisture-associated dermatitis, and when are barrier creams indicated?
• Which urologic condition commonly presents with a weak urinary stream, hesitancy, and incomplete emptying in older men?
• Which test compares bone conduction and air conduction?
• Which safety practice reduces catheter occlusion and infection?
• Which statement describes a comprehensive skin-care approach for incontinence patients?
• During digital rectal examination for suspected BPH or prostate cancer, which findings are important?
• Which urinary symptom is most suggestive of a lower urinary tract infection?
• If a ureteral stent is placed after stone treatment, what is an essential nursing consideration?
• Which element is essential in a nursing care plan?
• Which catheter care technique helps reduce skin irritation for male patients with long-term catheterization?
• Which patient scenario best illustrates anticholinergic burden contributing to cognitive concerns in incontinence management?
• What classification describes urinary incontinence that is present with cognitive impairment or functional barriers to toileting but with adequate detrusor function?
• What includes appropriate communication from charge nurse to assistive personnel?
• What condition most commonly leads to overflow incontinence?
• What safety consideration is unique to performing cystoscopy in older adults?
• Compare urethral sling surgery with bulking agents for stress incontinence and name a key post-operative nursing consideration.
• In malnutrition, which lab value is often decreased?
• Which practice best reduces catheter occlusion and infection risk?
• In urinary drainage management, where should the drainage bag be placed relative to the bladder?
• Beyond PSA, which exam is commonly used to evaluate suspected prostate cancer?
• In evaluating suspected prostate cancer, which physical examination finding is commonly used prior to imaging or biopsy?
• What complication may result from malabsorption?
• Which finding is a red flag that requires urgent evaluation for hematuria?
• Which nutrient deficiency causes iron deficiency anemia?
• Which intervention is characteristic of tertiary prevention?
• What is the main difference between a suprapubic catheter and a urethral Foley catheter?
• What is the purpose of straining urine during kidney stone management?
• Which test would be used to compare bone conduction and air conduction?
• Primary prevention includes which of the following?
• Intermittent catheterization is chosen over indwelling catheter for which scenario?
• What can malabsorption cause?
• Which option best represents current nocturia management, including behavioral and pharmacologic approaches?
• Why is documentation important?
• Which statement best describes a nursing care plan?
• How do you differentiate urinary tract infection from asymptomatic bacteriuria in elderly residents?
• Which nursing action most effectively reduces the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infection in residents?
• What sign of CAUTI in elderly patients may be non-specific?
• After relieving acute urinary retention with catheterization, what is recommended next?
• What is TURP syndrome and what causes it?
• In the context of long-term catheter use, encrustation is best described as?
• Why is keeping the catheter bag at the correct height and avoiding dependent loops important?
• Which of the following values best represents a normal post-void residual in adults?
• What causes conductive hearing loss?
• To support patient autonomy during informed consent for urologic procedures, which action is most aligned with respecting autonomy?
• What nonpharmacologic therapy is first-line for many types of urinary incontinence and involves repetitive pelvic floor muscle contractions?
• Which practice is a CAUTI prevention strategy in hospital care?
• What is the purpose of antibiotic prophylaxis for catheter insertion?
• What is the purpose of a ureteral stent after urologic procedures?
• Which statement best explains why antibiotic prophylaxis is not routinely indicated for catheter insertion?
• Which of the following is an appropriate initial management step for a first-time kidney stone in an adult?
• Which imaging modality is used to evaluate hydronephrosis or structural abnormalities after urinary obstruction?
• What is a notable long-term side effect of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors such as finasteride or dutasteride?
• Pelvic floor therapy in post-stroke urinary incontinence is considered when?
• Which statement best describes a uro-safety culture in hospitals for CAUTI prevention?
• What is the most important action during Foley insertion?
• Incontinence can be exacerbated by which lifestyle factor?
• Why is a Foley catheter used?
• What is the main nursing priority when a patient has a newly placed urethral catheter postoperatively?
• Regarding calcium intake for kidney stone prevention, which statement is correct?
• Which medication is used for overactive bladder?
• In the nursing role for informed consent in urologic procedures, which action is NOT part of that role?
• What are common signs of urinary retention and how is post-void residual used in diagnosis?