Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
Which topic would the nurse include when teaching the patient ways to prevent the recurrence of kidney stones?
Correct answer
A,D
Rationale
Using a urine filter ensures the recovery of passed stones for laboratory analysis, assisting in identifying stone composition and tailoring prevention strategies. Calcium intake is essential for bone health and reducing oxalate absorption. Avoiding calcium increases oxalate availability, worsening stone formation. Diuretic fluids like coffee promote dehydration and concentration of urine, increasing the risk of stone recurrence. Diuretics should be prescribed for specific stone types. Maintaining hydration prevents urine concentration and the supersaturation of stone-forming crystals, which are primary risk factors for nephrolithiasis.