ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Final Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and has been experiencing hypoglycemic episodes. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping supplies like glucose tablets on hand is essential for promptly treating hypoglycemic episodes in type 1 diabetes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a client who has hypoglycemia. Which of the following information should the nurse include about the regulation of blood glucose levels?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The adrenal glands release epinephrine and norepinephrine to stimulate glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis in response to low blood glucose, helping to raise blood sugar levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who has diabetes insipidus (DI). Which of the following is a cause of acquired central diabetes insipidus?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Surgery, particularly brain surgery, can damage the hypothalamus or pituitary gland, causing central diabetes insipidus by impairing ADH production.
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 providing education to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and has been experiencing hypoglycemic episodes. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping supplies like glucose tablets on hand is essential for promptly treating hypoglycemic episodes in type 1 diabetes.