Renal Calculus

Renal Calculus ( 54 Questions)

A client with renal calculi asks the nurse about the role of pH in stone formation. How should the nurse respond?


Correct Answer: D

A) Incorrect. An acidic urine pH actually increases the risk of stone formation by promoting the aggregation and crystallization of minerals.

B) Incorrect. A more alkaline urine pH can actually increase the risk of certain types of kidney stones, particularly those composed of calcium phosphate.

C) Incorrect. The pH of urine does have an influence on the development of kidney stones. An acidic pH can contribute to certain types of stone formation.

D) Correct. An acidic urine pH can lead to the aggregation and crystallization of minerals, increasing the risk of stone formation.




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