ATI LPN
ATI LPN Level 3 Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statements by the patient with a new diagnosis of diabetes show understanding of instruction related to leading a healthy life and preventing complications? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: B. I must check my feet daily: Regular foot inspections help prevent complications such as ulcers and infections. D. I should have a yearly eye exam: Annual eye exams are necessary to detect diabetic retinopathy early. E. I should aim to keep my premeal blood glucose reading under 126 mg/dL: This goal aligns with ADA recommendations for glycemic control.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about insulin storage. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: I can keep the current vial of insulin in use stored at room temperature: Once opened, insulin vials can be stored at room temperature (below 86°F or 30°
C) for up to 28 days to prevent degradation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer desmopressin 0.2 mg PO daily. The amount available is 0.1 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: 2 tablets
Rationale: Dose required: 0.2 mg. Dose available: 0.1 mg tablets. Number of tablets = 0.2/0.1 = 2 tablets.
Question 4 of 5
A 26-year-old patient is admitted to the hospital with a new diagnosis of diabetes, a blood glucose level of 680 mg/dL and ketones in the blood and urine. Which type of diabetes should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Type 1: Type 1 diabetes is characterized by an absolute insulin deficiency, leading to hyperglycemia and ketone production. DKA is a hallmark presentation of untreated or newly diagnosed Type 1 diabetes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer insulin lispro to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inject insulin lispro 15 min before a meal: Insulin lispro has an onset of action of about 15 minutes, making it ideal to administer shortly before meals to match glucose absorption and prevent postprandial hyperglycemia.