ATI RN
ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam B Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Blood glucose 250 mg/dL. In diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A), blood glucose levels are typically high due to the body's inability to use glucose properly. This results in hyperglycemia, leading to symptoms such as polyuria, polydipsia, and dehydration. A blood glucose level of 250 mg/dL or higher is common in DKA.
Other choices are incorrect because:
B: pH 7.45 would indicate normal or slightly alkaline blood pH, which is not consistent with the acidosis seen in DKA.
C: Ketones are typically present in the urine of individuals with DKA due to the breakdown of fats for energy when glucose is not utilized effectively.
D: A bicarbonate level of 22 mEq/L is lower than normal and indicates metabolic acidosis, which is a hallmark of DKA.
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