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2400_ PreQuiz- DKA Terminology
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2400: PreQuiz- DKA TerminologyWhen reviewing the urinalysis report of a client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus,
the nurse would expect which urine characteristics to be abnormal?
A. Ketone Bodies
B. Odor
C. Specific gravity
D. Glucose
E. pH
F. Amount - ANS-A, B, D, F
True or False:
Glycosylated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) results of 4-6% indicate good diabetic control. -
ANS-True
True or False:
Kussmaul's breathing is the body's response to retain CO2. - ANS-False
True or False:
A change in LOC can be attributed to either hypo/hyperglycemia. - ANS-True
True or False:
Patient is scheduled 6 units of regular insulin, but is currently NPO. The nurse gives the
insulin as ordered. This is a correct action by this nurse. - ANS-False
A nurse is assisting a client with diabetes who is recovering from DKA to develop a plan
to prevent a recurrence. Which of the following is most important to include in the plan
of care?
A. Eat six small meals per day
B. Receive appropriate follow-up care
C. Test urine ketone levels
D.. Monitor blood glucose levels frequently - ANS-D
The family of a bedridden client with type 2 diabetes and chronic renal failure calls a
nurse to report the following symptoms: headache, polydipsia, and increased lethargy.
To determine a possible diagnosis, the nurse asks the family which most important
question?
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