ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: A
Rationale: Frequent blood glucose testing every 6 hours during illness helps manage fluctuations and prevent complications in type 1 diabetes.
Question 2 of 5
A 55-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes is admitted to the hospital and is on NPH insulin. The patient experiences symptoms of hypoglycemia. At what time after administration of NPH insulin should the nurse be most vigilant for signs of hypoglycemia due to the peak action of the insulin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: NPH insulin peaks 4-12 hours after administration, the period of highest hypoglycemia risk due to its glucose-lowering effect.
Question 3 of 5
A 70-year-old patient is diagnosed with cataracts and is discussing treatment options with their healthcare provider. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment for cataracts?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cataract surgery replaces the clouded lens with an artificial one, effectively restoring vision, unlike glasses, laser therapy, or eye drops.
Question 4 of 5
A 72-year-old patient comes to the clinic complaining of sudden onset eye pain, nausea, and seeing halos around lights. The nurse notes that the patient's pupil is mid-dilated and non-reactive to light. What is the most likely cause of these symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sudden eye pain, nausea, halos, and a mid-dilated pupil indicate narrow-angle glaucoma, a medical emergency.
Question 5 of 5
A patient presents with a retinal detachment and is being evaluated for appropriate treatment. Which of the following procedures is used to treat retinal detachment by indenting the wall of the eye?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scleral buckling indents the eye wall to reattach the retina, treating retinal detachment effectively.