ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus type 1 about sick-day management. Which of the following is the priority action for the nurse to recommend to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring blood glucose levels every 4 hours is the priority action because blood glucose can fluctuate significantly during illness, increasing the risk of hyperglycemia or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus about self-care during illness. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should instruct the client to report a blood glucose level greater than 300 mg/dL because this could indicate DKA or the need for more aggressive treatment.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hyperparathyroidism. Based on this diagnosis, the nurse should monitor the client for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperparathyroidism leads to elevated calcium levels, which can cause bone demineralization, resulting in pathologic fractures due to weakened bones.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and has a history of Addison's disease. For which of the following manifestations should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypotension is a common manifestation in Addison's disease because of inadequate cortisol and aldosterone, leading to decreased blood volume and vascular resistance.