ATI LPN
ATI LPN Level 3 Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has hyperthyroidism. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent mood changes: Hyperthyroidism can cause irritability, anxiety, and mood swings due to increased metabolic activity.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus and self-administers insulin. The client reports drinking an occasional glass of wine. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: You may drink an occasional glass of wine with a meal: Consuming alcohol with food reduces the risk of alcohol-induced hypoglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is assisting with the care of a client who is comatose. The provider suspects ketoacidosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acetone odor to breath: This is a hallmark symptom of ketoacidosis, resulting from ketone body production due to fat metabolism.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has a history Addison's disease. For which of the following manifestations should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension: Addison's disease causes insufficient cortisol and aldosterone, resulting in fluid loss and low blood pressure, especially in stress or postoperative states.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse receives a new prescription from the provider that reads 'Give regular insulin 14 units and NPH insulin 28 units subcutaneously at breakfast.' How many syringes should the nurse prepare?
Correct Answer: 1 syringe
Rationale: Both regular insulin and NPH insulin can be mixed in one syringe, as they are compatible. The nurse should draw up regular insulin first (14 units) and then NPH insulin (28 units) to ensure accuracy. Only 1 syringe is required.