Which of the following describe the function of the kidneys? Select all that apply.

Eliminating urine

Activation of vitamin B12

Regulation of acid-base balance

Production of erythropoietin

Regulation of blood pressure

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,C,D,E

A. The primary function of the kidneys is to filter blood and eliminate waste products as urine.
B. Vitamin B12 activation primarily occurs in the liver, not the kidneys.

C.   The kidneys help regulate the body's acid-base balance by excreting or conserving bicarbonate ions and hydrogen ions.
D.   The kidneys produce erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow.
E.   The kidneys play a key role in regulating blood pressure by adjusting the volume of blood and the balance of electrolytes in the body. They also produce hormones such as renin, which helps regulate blood pressure.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Daily weight monitoring is important for assessing fluid status but may not provide real-time information about fluid balance changes.
B. Vital signs are important for overall assessment but may not specifically address the nursing diagnosis of Excess Fluid Volume unless there are significant changes indicative of fluid overload or dehydration.
C. Monitoring intake and output provides direct information about fluid balance and renal function, helping to identify trends and assess the effectiveness of interventions aimed at managing fluid volume.
D. Skin turgor assessment is useful for evaluating hydration status but may not provide comprehensive data on fluid volume excess alone.

A. Confusion B. Incontinence C. Urinary retention D. Low back pain

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Older adults with UTIs may present with atypical symptoms such as confusion or acute changes in mental status, known as delirium, rather than classic urinary symptoms. This is often referred to as "geriatric UTI syndrome" and can be the only presenting symptom in some cases.
B. Incontinence can occur in individuals of all ages with UTIs and is not unique to older adults.
C. Urinary retention is not typically associated with UTIs in older adults; instead, they may experience urinary frequency and urgency.
D. Low back pain can occur in individuals of all ages with UTIs and is not unique to older adults.

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