ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for several clients who have type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following clients is most at risk for developing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Infections, such as a urinary tract infection, are a common precipitating factor for HHS due to the stress they place on the body, leading to elevated blood glucose levels.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus who has been taught the dosage of insulin. Which injection site allows for the fastest absorption of insulin
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The abdomen is the fastest site for insulin absorption due to its vascularity and accessibility.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DK)?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Exercise, leg elevation, compression pumps, and layered wraps improve circulation and reduce symptoms in peripheral venous disease, while the ABI test is diagnostic for arterial disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus about insulin safety. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin is stable at room temperature for up to one month, making this the most accurate statement for safe insulin management.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus about insulin safety. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin is stable at room temperature for up to one month, ensuring safe storage without refrigeration for short periods.