ATI RN
ATI Nursing 135 Exam Spring 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse working for a home health agency is teaching a client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus about disease management. Which of the following glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) values should the nurse include in the teaching as an indicator that the client is appropriately controlling their glucose levels?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An HbA1c of 6.3% indicates good glucose control, typically below the 7% target for most diabetic patients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypoglycemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tremors are a common sign of hypoglycemia due to the body's response to low glucose levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has cirrhosis of the liver. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Measuring girth monitors ascites, furosemide reduces fluid retention, and a low-sodium diet prevents fluid buildup in cirrhosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching an older adult client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus about preventing the long-term complications of retinopathy and nephropathy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stable blood glucose levels prevent microvascular damage, reducing the risk of retinopathy and nephropathy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a client who had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which of the following is an appropriate action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging ambulation post-cholecystectomy promotes recovery and prevents complications like atelectasis.