ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals 2019 II Questions
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A nurse is assessing a client who has diabetes mellitus prior to performing a blood glucose test. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client has hyperglycemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Thirst. Hyperglycemia in diabetes causes increased blood sugar levels, leading to dehydration and increased thirst (polydipsia). Thirst is a classical symptom of hyperglycemia. Confusion (
A) may indicate hypoglycemia, cold skin (
C) can be due to poor circulation, and shakiness (
D) is a sign of low blood sugar.
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