ATI RN
ATI Nursing 135 Exam Spring 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has diabetes and a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide regarding this type of insulin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin with a duration of 24 to 36 hours, providing basal glucose control.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. The nurse should expect to find an elevation of which of following values?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated amylase is a diagnostic marker for acute pancreatitis due to pancreatic enzyme release.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching about disease management for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which statement made by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Injecting insulin in the abdomen is a correct technique, indicating understanding of administration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a prothrombin time of 30 seconds. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin K corrects prolonged prothrombin time in cirrhosis by aiding clotting factor production.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has gastrointestinal bleeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing orthostatic blood pressure first evaluates for hypovolemia, a critical concern in gastrointestinal bleeding.