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NURS 340 EXAM 1 2024 /NURS 340 HEALTH
ASSESSMENT EXAM 1 AND STUDY GUIDE/ NEWEST
UPDATE WITH 200 ACTUAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS/BRAND NEW!!!


A client with diabetes is learning to mix regular insulin and
NPH insulin in the same syringe; the caregiver determines
that additional teaching is needed when the client does what
-
...ANS:>>>>...withdraws the NPH dose into the syringe first

The following interventions are planned for a diabetic client;
which intervention can the caregiver delegate to unlicensed
assistive personnel - ...ANS:>>>>...check that the bath water
isnot too hot

The home care caregiver should intervene to correct a client
whose insulin administration includes - ...ANS:>>>>...mixing
an evening dose of regular insulin with insulin glargine in one
syringe for administration

When teaching the client with type 1 diabetes, what should
the caregiver emphasize as the major advantage of using an
insulin pump - ...ANS:>>>>...tight glycemic control can be
maintained

A client taking insulin has recorded fasting glucose levels
above 200 mg/dL on awakening for the last five mornings;

,What should the caregiver advise the client to do first -
...ANS:>>>>...monitor the glucose level at bedtime, between
2and 4am, and on arising

which class of oral glucose-lowering agents is most
commonly used for people with type 2 diabetes because it
reduces hepatic glucose production and enhances tissue
uptake of glucose - ...ANS:>>>>...biguinide

the client with type 2 diabetes is being put on acarbose
(precose) and wants to know why she is taking it; what should
the caregiver include in this client's teaching -
...ANS:>>>>...takeit with the first bite of each meal;
effectiveness is measured by2-hour postprandial glucose; it
delays glucose absorption fromthe gastrointestinal tract

the caregiver is assessing a newly admitted diabetic client;
whichobservation should be addressed as the priority by the
caregiver -
...ANS:>>>>...rapid respirations with deep inspiration

individualized nutrition therapy for clients using
conventional, fixed insulin regimens should include teaching
the client to - ...ANS:>>>>...eat regular meals at regular
times

what should the goals of nutrition therapy for the client with
type 2 diabetes include - ...ANS:>>>>...normal serum
glucoseand lipid levels

to prevent hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia related to exercise,
what should the caregiver teach the client using glucose-
lowering agents about the best time for exercise -

,...ANS:>>>>...about 1 hour after eating when blood
glucoselevels are rising

the caregiver assesses the diabetic client's technique of self-
monitoring of blood glucose three months after initial
instruction; which error in the performance of self-monitoring
of blood glucose noted by the caregiver requires intervention
-
...ANS:>>>>...cleaning the puncture site with alcohol
beforethe puncture

a caregiver working in an outclient clinic plans a screening
program for diabetes; what recommendations for screening
should be included - ...ANS:>>>>...FPG for all individuals
atage 45 and then every three years

a client with diabetes calls the clinic because she is
experiencing nausea and flu-like symptoms; which advice
form the caregiver will be the best for this client -
...ANS:>>>>...administer the usual insulin dosage

the caregiver should observe the client for symptoms of
ketoacidosis when - ...ANS:>>>>...glucose levels become so
high that osmotic diuresis promotes fluid and electrolyte loss

what are manifestations of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) -
...ANS:>>>>...thirst; ketonuria; dehydration; metabolic
acidosis; kussmaul respirations; sweet, fruity breath odor

what describes the primary difference in treatment for diabetic
ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome -
...ANS:>>>>...hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome
requires greater fluid replacement to correct the dehydration

, the client with newly diagnosed diabetes is displaying
shakiness, confusion, irritability, and slurred speech; what
should the caregiver suspect is happening -
...ANS:>>>>...hypoglycemia

the client with diabetes has a blood glucose level of 248
mg/dL; which manifestations in the client would the
caregiverunderstand as being related to this blood glucose
level -
...ANS:>>>>...headache, abdominal cramps, increase
inurination, weakness and fatigue

a diabetic client is found unconscious at home and a family
member calls the clinic; after determining that a glucometer is
not available, what should the caregiver advise the family
memberto do - ...ANS:>>>>...administer glucagon 1 mg
intramuscularly or subcutaneously

the client with diabetes is brought to the emergency
department by his family members, who say that he is not
acting like himself and he is more tired than usual; what
would be the order of the nursing actions for this client -
...ANS:>>>>...ensure patent airway; check blood glucose;
establish IV access; administer 0.9% NaCl solution at 1L/hr;
begin continuous regular insulin drip; establish time of las
food and medication(s)

two days following a self-managed hypoglycemic episode at
home, the client tells the caregiver that his blood glucose
levels since the episode have been between 80 and 90 mg/dL;
whichis the best response by the caregiver -
...ANS:>>>>..."that is a good range for your glucose levels"

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