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ATI Med Surg Nurs 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient receives 20 units of Isophane Insulin Suspension (NPH) Insulin at 07:30. At what time are signs of hypoglycemia most likely to occur?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPH insulin peaks 4 to 12 hours after injection. If administered at 07:30, the peak effect would be between 11:30 and 19:30, with 14:30 falling within this range.
Question 2 of 5
A patient diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis asks the nurse, "How does this blood thinner heparin work?" Which response is most accurate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin does not thin the blood; instead, it prevents new clots from forming and existing clots from growing larger. It does this by increasing the activity of antithrombin, which in turn inactivates thrombin and factor Xa.
Question 3 of 5
A client undergoing screening for diabetes has a fasting plasma glucose level of 118 mg/dL. What should the nurse plan to educate the client about?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintenance of a healthy weight is beneficial for everyone, but it's particularly important for individuals with prediabetes or diabetes. Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight can help regulate blood glucose levels and prevent or delay the progression of prediabetes to diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is prescribed metronidazole orally. What statement should be included in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metronidazole may cause an unusual metallic taste in the mouth. This is a common side effect of the medication and is usually temporary.
Question 5 of 5
A patient diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes reports a blood glucose level of 210 mg/dL and symptoms of a sore throat, cough, and fever. What advice should the nurse give to the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring blood glucose levels every 4 hours and notifying the doctor if it continues to rise is the best advice. When a patient with diabetes is sick, their blood glucose levels can rise due to the stress the body is under.