ATI RN

1. The nurse is assessing a 22-year-old patient experiencing the onset of symptoms of type 1 diabetes. Which question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask?

• A. �Are you anorexic?�
• B. �Is your urine dark colored?�
• C. �Have you lost weight lately?�
• D. �Do you crave sugary drinks?�

Correct Answer: C

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2. Which information will the nurse include when teaching a 50-year-old patient who has type 2 diabetes about glyburide (Micronase, DiaBeta, Glynase)?

• A. Glyburide decreases glucagon secretion from the pancreas.
• B. Glyburide stimulates insulin production and release from the pancreas.
• C. Glyburide should be taken even if the morning blood glucose level is low.
• D. Glyburide should not be used for 48 hours after receiving IV contrast media

Correct Answer: B

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3. Which information will the nurse include in teaching a female patient who has peripheral arterial disease, type 2 diabetes, and sensory neuropathy of the feet and legs?

• A. Choose flat-soled leather shoes
• B. Set heating pads on a low temperature.
• C. Use callus remover for corns or calluses.
• D. Soak feet in warm water for an hour each day

Correct Answer: A

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4. Which laboratory value reported to the nurse by the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) indicates the most urgent need for the nurse�s assessment of the patient?

• A. Bedtime glucose of 140 mg/dL
• B. Noon blood glucose of 52 mg/dL
• C. Fasting blood glucose of 130 mg/dL
• D. 2-hr postprandial glucose of 220 mg/dL

Correct Answer: B

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5. In which order will the nurse take these steps to prepare NPH 20 units and regular insulin 2 units using the same syringe? (Put a comma and a space between each answer choice [A, B, C, D, E]). a. Rotate NPH vial. b. Withdraw regular insulin. c. Withdraw 20 units of NPH. d. Inject 20 units of air into NPH vial. e. Inject 2 units of air into regular insulin vial.

• A. A,B,D,C,E
• B. A,D,B,E,C
• C. A,D,E,B,C
• D. A,C,D,E,B

Correct Answer: C

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