ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with diabetes mellitus is ordered to receive insulin for glucose correction (sliding scale coverage). The nurse knows the rapid acting insulin Insulin Lispro (Humalog) onset and peak action time are:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin Lispro has a rapid onset of 15 minutes and peaks at 30-60 minutes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has diabetes for the presence of peripheral neuropathy. The nurse should question the client about what sign or symptom that would suggest the possible development of peripheral neuropathy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tingling is a common symptom of peripheral neuropathy in diabetes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hyperthyroidism. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism causes mood changes due to increased thyroid hormone effects on the nervous system.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse instructs the client about the self-administration of insulin. Which statement or statements by the patient indicate a need for further teaching? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Pinching a large area of skin and mixing Lantus with other insulins are incorrect techniques.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse teaches a diabetic client about Sick Day Rules. Which patient statement or statements indicate understanding of the Sick Day Rules? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Reporting symptoms, monitoring glucose and ketones, and continuing medications are correct Sick Day Rules.