ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching basic 'survival skills' to a client newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Which topic will the nurse address?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Recognizing hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia is essential for daily diabetes management.
Question 2 of 5
A client with type 2 diabetes normally achieves adequate glycemic control through diet and exercise. Upon being admitted to the hospital for a cholecystectomy, however, the client has required insulin injections on two occasions. The nurse would identify what likely cause for this short-term change in treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Surgical stress increases stress hormones, elevating blood sugar levels.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a female client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who exhibits confusion, light-headedness, and aberrant behavior. The client is still conscious. The nurse should first administer:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glucagon is appropriate for conscious patients with hypoglycemia unable to take oral carbohydrates.
Question 4 of 5
A male client with type 1 diabetes mellitus with a hemoglobin A1c test result of 12.7%. In discussing the result with the client, the nurse would be most accurate in stating:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hemoglobin A1c reflects average blood glucose over 2-3 months.
Question 5 of 5
A client has been brought to the emergency department by paramedics after being found unconscious. The client's Medic Alert bracelet indicates that the client has type 1 diabetes and the client's blood glucose is 22 mg/dL (1.2 mmol/L). The nurse should anticipate what intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: IV 50% dextrose is the fastest way to correct severe hypoglycemia in an unconscious patient.