ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer prednisone 40 mg PO to an adolescent client. Available is prednisone oral solution 5 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 40 mL
Rationale: Volume (mL) = Desired dose (40 mg) / Concentration (5 mg/5 mL) = 40 mL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has recurrent kidney stones and a history of diabetes mellitus. The client is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). The nurse should collect additional data about which of the following statements made by the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking metformin before breakfast is concerning because metformin should generally be withheld prior to IV contrast studies due to the risk of lactic acidosis, especially if renal function is compromised.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse determines that teaching has been effective when the client identifies which of the following manifestations of hypoglycemia? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Sweating, tachycardia, and blurry vision are classic signs of hypoglycemia due to sympathetic nervous system activation and low glucose effects on the brain and eyes. Polydipsia and polyuria are associated with hyperglycemia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus about foot care. Which of the following client statements should indicate to the nurse an understanding of the instructions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily foot inspection for sores, cuts, or bruises is essential for clients with diabetes to prevent infections and complications like diabetic ulcers.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bradycardia (slow heart rate) is expected in hypothyroidism because of reduced metabolic activity and cardiac output.