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One of the major functions of the renal system is the regulation of blood pressure.  Renal regulation of blood pressure is accomplished by:  

Immunosuppression following kidney transplantation is continued:  

Women who are especially susceptible to urinary tract infections should

The nurse suspects kidney transplant rejection when the client shows which symptoms?  

A 23-year old man is involved in a motor vehicle accident resulting in trauma to the abdomen and back.  He has a ruptured spleen and probable trauma to kidneys.  Which of the following changes in the urine should the nurse observe for?  

The physician has scheduled a cystoscopy examination for a client.  When preparing him for his procedure, the nurse explains to the client  that the purpose of the examination is to:  

Which of the following care should the nurse provide following an intravenous pyelogram test?  

Which nursing diagnosis is of priority concern for a client undergoing peritoneal dialysis?  

Postoperatively, a client wears an appliance that collects his urine.  He tells the nurse that his skin feels raw and irritated near the stoma.  Which nursing action is appropriate at this time

An adult is admitted with suspected urolithiasis.  Which nursing diagnosis is of highest priority when planning nursing care for this client immediately after admission?