University of Texas, ArlingtonNURS 3360Chapter 25- Disorders of Renal Function.All Correct Study Guide, Download to Score A

1. An adult client has been diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease. Which of the client's following statements demonstrates an accurate understanding of this diagnosis? A) “I suppose I really should have paid more attention to my blood pressure.” B) “I've always been prone to getting UTIs, and now I know why.” C) “I suppose I should be tested to see if my children might inherit this.” D) “I had a feeling that I was taking too many medications, and now I know the damage they can do.” Ans: C Feedback: Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease is the most common of all inherited kidney diseases. The disorder is characterized by multiple expanding cysts of both kidneys that ultimately destroy the surrounding kidney structures and cause renal failure. The etiology of polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is not infective, and it is not caused by nephrotoxic drugs or uncontrolled hypertension.