NUR 326 Module 3 Exam 2026 – 50+ Verified Questions with Answers | AKI, CKD, UTIs, Renal Diet, Diuretics, Dialysis

This expertly verified exam prep document contains 50+ high-yield multiple-choice questions with answers for NUR 326 Module 3 (2026), focused on renal and urinary system disorders. The content is presented in a clean Q&A format, making it ideal for rapid review, self-testing, and NCLEX-RN preparation. All questions have been graded A+ and follow clinically relevant guidelines consistent with “Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing” by Hinkle & Cheever. Key topics include: Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): causes (renal ischemia, nephrotoxicity), symptoms (oliguria, ↑BUN/creatinine), and complications like pulmonary edema Chronic Renal Failure (CRF) and renal dysfunction indicators: low GFR, elevated creatinine/BUN Renal Diet: low protein, potassium, sodium, and fluid restriction Diuretics: side effects of furosemide (hypokalemia), Aldactone (hyperkalemia), HCTZ (hyperglycemia), and related nursing teaching (daily weights, I/Os, orthostatic hypotension) UTIs & Cystitis: risk factors (e.g., menopause, poor hygiene, long baths), symptoms, and treatment (e.g., Bactrim, Cipro, Pyridium), including side effects like red/orange urine Glomerulonephritis & Pyelonephritis: strep connection, signs (fever, flank pain, RBC casts, proteinuria), and decreased urine output Prostate Issues & BPH: medications like tamsulosin, post-prostatectomy care (belladonna suppositories) Renal Calculi: nursing interventions (pain control, monitor output), CVA tenderness, stone-related pain Dialysis: assessment for AV fistula (bruit/thrill), electrolyte imbalance treatments (e.g., aluminum hydroxide for hyperphosphatemia) This document is best suited for: BSN students RN-to-BSN learners Accelerated nursing programs NCLEX-RN candidates reviewing renal, urologic, and endocrine systems Its detailed clinical relevance, clearly marked answers, and broad coverage make it ideal for both academic success and clinical readiness. Keywords: NUR 326, renal failure, AKI causes, chronic kidney disease, renal diet, diuretics side effects, UTIs, glomerulonephritis, BPH meds, tamsulosin, pyridium, dialysis assessment, CVA tenderness, aluminum hydroxide, hyperkalemia, NCLEX renal prep, BSN, RN-to-BSN, Brunner and Suddarth