ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Nurs 200 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching an adult patient with Type 1 diabetes that a primary cause of the development of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Not taking enough insulin is a primary cause of the development of DKA. Without enough insulin, the body begins to break down fat for fuel, which produces acids known as ketones.
Question 2 of 5
A client has been taking glipizide for 6 months and reports to the nurse that their urine has become darker since starting the medication. What should be the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dark urine can be a sign of liver dysfunction, which can be a side effect of glipizide. Reviewing liver function studies is an appropriate initial action.
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
The nurse is providing teaching to a client who is being discharged with a prescription for warfarin. Which information should be included in the teaching for this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular laboratory tests, specifically the International Normalized Ratio (INR), are crucial when taking warfarin to monitor its effectiveness and adjust the dosage if necessary.
Question 5 of 5
A newly admitted client has been prescribed trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. The nurse understands that this medication is contraindicated based on which lab result?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A serum creatinine level of 2.5 mg/dL indicates impaired kidney function, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole is contraindicated in patients with severe renal insufficiency.