ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has recurrent kidney stones and a history of diabetes mellitus. The client is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). The nurse should collect additional data about which of the following statements made by the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking metformin before breakfast is concerning because metformin should generally be withheld prior to IV contrast studies due to the risk of lactic acidosis, especially if renal function is compromised.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer prednisone 40 mg PO to an adolescent client. Available is prednisone oral solution 5 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 40 mL
Rationale: Volume (mL) = Desired dose (40 mg) / Concentration (5 mg/5 mL) = 40 mL.
Question 4 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 5 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.