NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Genitourinary System Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which statement best explains the scientific rationale for the client’s Kussmaul’s respirations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kussmaul’s respirations (rapid, deep breathing) in DKA compensate for metabolic acidosis by excreting carbon dioxide, a volatile acid, to raise blood pH. Kidneys excrete acid, not urine, and respirations do not increase CO2 or HCO3.
Question 2 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 3 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 4 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 5 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale: