Practice Question
Nursing interventions such as taking daily weights, I&O, and monitoring specific gravity relate to which kidney function?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Regulation of water balance
Rationale:
🟣 Daily weights, intake/output monitoring, and urine specific gravity directly assess the kidney’s ability to regulate fluid balance.
🟣 Specific gravity reflects urine concentration ability, which correlates with hydration and renal function.
🟣 Early detection of fluid retention or dehydration prevents complications like edema or hypovolemia.
🟣 These are routine nursing measures in renal impairment monitoring.
🟣 Accurate fluid balance helps maintain hemodynamic stability.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Adult Health
- Answer Choices: 4