ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching of a female client who has a family history of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse should include which of the following risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A sedentary lifestyle is a major risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes due to reduced physical activity, which contributes to insulin resistance and weight gain.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing the care of a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus with an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following situations should the nurse instruct the AP to report immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A refusal to eat can lead to hypoglycemia in clients with type 1 diabetes, and this situation should be reported immediately to prevent a dangerous drop in blood glucose levels.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is administering sulfonylurea drugs to four different patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Which patient should not receive the medication as ordered?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sulfonylureas should not be given to patients with a sulfa allergy because these medications contain sulfa compounds, which could cause an allergic reaction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements from the client indicates to the nurse the teaching is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The abdominal area is the preferred site for insulin injections because it allows for more consistent absorption of the medication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory report of a client who has hypoparathyroidism. The nurse should expect which of the following values?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypoparathyroidism results in hypocalcemia and hyperphosphatemia due to insufficient parathyroid hormone (PTH) secretion. A phosphate level of 5.7 mg/dL is elevated, which is consistent with this condition.