ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a patient who has diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and a blood glucose level of 925 mg/dL. What prescription should the nurse anticipate from the provider? What prescription should the nurse anticipate for DKA?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: 0.9% sodium chloride IV bolus. In DKA, the primary concern is severe dehydration and electrolyte imbalances due to high blood glucose levels. 0.9% sodium chloride helps to rehydrate the patient and correct electrolyte imbalances. Glucocorticoids (
A) are not typically used in the treatment of DKA. Dextrose 5% in 0.45% sodium chloride (
B) would worsen hyperglycemia. Oral hypoglycemic medications (
C) are not appropriate for managing acute DKA.
Therefore, the nurse should anticipate the prescription of 0.9% sodium chloride IV bolus to address the immediate needs of the patient with DKA.
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