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ATI N200 Med Surg Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse explains to a client that an oral antihypoglycemic agents are not effective in Type I diabetes because people with Type I diabetes:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral antihypoglycemic agents require endogenous insulin to be effective, which is deficient in Type 1 diabetes.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse must give 25 micrograms of fentanyl IVP X 1 dose. Fentanyl is available in an ampule 100 micrograms per 2mL. How many mL will the nurse give for the correct dose? round to the nearest tenth. Use a preceding zero if necessary. Do not use trailing zeros.
Correct Answer: 0.5 mL
Rationale: Volume = 25 mcg / (100 mcg / 2 mL) = 0.5 mL.
Question 3 of 5
The client newly diagnosed with insulin dependent diabetes is to be discharged in the morning and has received no instruction on diabetes. The nurse's teaching priority is to instruct the client in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Learning insulin administration is critical for managing insulin-dependent diabetes and preventing complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes mellitus about chronic complications associated with the disease. Which information should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Regular eye and frequent podiatry exams are essential to detect diabetic retinopathy and foot complications.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis who suddenly becomes short of breath, anxious and restless. The vital signs are: heart rate 130 beats/minute, respirations 42/minute; blood pressure 100/50 and pulse oximetry is 88% on 2L of oxygen. The nurse's initial action should be to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed improves respiratory effort and oxygenation in a client with suspected pulmonary embolism.