Unit 4 NCLEX questions

a. withdraws the NPH dose into the syringe first

A patient with diabetes is learning to mix regular insulin and NPH insulin in the same syringe. The nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the patient does what? a. withdraws the NPH dose into the syringe first b. injects air equal to the NPH dose into the NPH vial first c. removes any air bubbles after withdrawing the first insulin d. adds air equal to the insulin dose into the regular vial and withdraws the dose

d. I'll know if I have sores or lesions on my feet because they will be painful

Following the teaching of foot care to a patient with diabetes the nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when the patient makes which statement? a. I should wash my feet daily with soap and warm water b. I should always wear shoes to protect my feet from injury c. if my feet are cold I should wear socks instead of using a heating pad d. I'll know if I have sores or lesions on my feet because they will be painful

d. mixing an evening dose or regular insulin with insulin glargine in 1 syringe for administration

The home care nurse should intervene to correct a patient whose insulin administration includes a. warming a prefilled refrigerated syringe in the hands before administration b. storing syringes prefilled with NPH and regular insulin needle up in the refrigerator c. placing the insulin bottle currently in use in a small container on the bathroom countertop d. mixing an evening dose or regular insulin with insulin glargine in 1 syringe for administration

a. headache c. abdominal cramps e. increase in urination f. weakness and fatigue

The patient with diabetes has a blood glucose level of 248 mg/dL. Which assessment findings would be related to this blood glucose level? (Select all that apply) a. headache b. unsteady gait c. abdominal cramps d. emotional changes e. increase in urination f. weakness and fatigue

b. ED e. vomiting undigested food f. painless MI

The patient with diabetes has been diagnosed with autonomic neuropathy. What problems should the nurse assess for in this patient? (Select all that apply) a. painless foot ulcers b. ED c. burning foot pain at night d. loss of fine motor control e. vomiting undigested food f. painless MI

d. glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, exenatide extended release (Bydrueon)

The patient with type 2 diabetes has had trouble controlling his blood glucose with several OAs but wants to avoid the risks of insulin. The HCP told him a medication will be prescribed that will increase insulin synthesis and release from the pancreas, inhibit glucagon secretion, and slow gastric emptying. Which medication will have to be injected? a. dopamine receptor agonist, bromocriptine (Cycloset) b. dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor, sitagliptin (Januvia) c. sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor, canagliflozin (Invokana) d. glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, exenatide extended release (Bydrueon)

b. coronary artery disease d. ulceration and amputation of the lower extremities

What disorders and diseases are related to macrovascular complications of diabetes? (Select all that apply) a. chronic kidney disease b. coronary artery disease c. microaneurysms and destruction of retinal vessels d. ulceration and amputation of the lower extremities e. capillary and arteriole membrane thickening specific to diabetes

c. there is a preexisting abnormality of the urinary tract

What is the most common cause of acute pyelonephritis resulting from an ascending infection from the lower urinary tract? a. the kidney is scarred and fibrotic b. the organism is resistant to antibiotics c. there is a preexisting abnormality of the urinary tract d. the patient does not take all of the antibiotics for treatment of a UTI

d. elevated BUN

What manifestation in the patient will indicate the need for restriction of dietary protein in management of acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN)? a. hematuria b. proteinuria c. hypertension d. elevated BUN

c. decreased plasma oncotic pressure

What results in the edema associated with nephrotic syndrome? a. hypercoagulability b. hyperalbuminemia c. decreased plasma oncotic pressure d. decreased glomerular filtration rate

b. normal serum glucose and lipid levels

What should the goals of nutrition therapy for the patient with type 2 diabetes include? a. ideal body weight b. normal serum glucose and lipid levels c. a special diabetic diet using diabetic foods d. five small meals per day with a bedtime snack

b. drink at least 2 quarts of water every day

What should the nurse include in the teaching plan for a female patient with a UTI? a. empty the bladder at least 4 times a day b. drink at least 2 quarts of water every day c. wait to urinate until the urge is very intense d. clean the urinary meatus with an antiinfective agent after voiding

b. biguanide

Which class of oral glucose lowering agents (OA) is most commonly used for people with type 2 diabetes because it reduces hepatic glucose production and enhances tissue uptake of glucose? a. insulin b. biguanide c. meglitinide d. sulfonylurea

a. upper UTI

Which classification of UTI is described as infection of the renal parenchyma, renal pelvis, and ureters? a. upper UTI b. lower UTI c. complicated UTI d. uncomplicated UTI

d. systemic lupus erythematosus

Which disease causes connective tissue changes that cause glomerulonephritis? a. gout b. amyloidosis c. diabetes mellitus d. systemic lupus erythematosus

d. fasting blood glucose result of 120 mg/dL (6.7 mmol/L)

Which laboratory results indicate the patient has prediabetes? a. glucose tolerance result of 132 mg/dL (7.3 mmol/L) b. glucose tolerance result of 240 mg/dL (13.3 mmol/L) c. fasting blood glucose result of 80 mg/dL (4.4 mmol/L) d. fasting blood glucose result of 120 mg/dL (6.7 mmol/L)

c. a 34 year old woman whose parents both have type 2 diabetes

Which patient should the nurse plan to teach how to prevent or delay the development of diabetes? a. an obese 40 year old Hispanic woman b. a 20 year old man whose father has type 1 diabetes c. a 34 year old woman whose parents both have type 2 diabetes d. a 12 year old boy whose father has maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY)

b. it occurs with a higher frequency and earlier onset than in the nondiabetic populatiojn

Which statement best describes atherosclerotic disease affecting the cerebrovascular, cardiovascular, and peripheral vascular systems in patients with diabetes? a. it can be prevented by tight glucose control b. it occurs with a higher frequency and earlier onset than in the nondiabetic populatiojn c. it is caused by hyperinsulinemia related to insulin resistance common in type 2 diabetes d. it cannot be modified by reducing risk factors such as smoking, obesity, and high fat intake

d. urine for culture and sensitivity

Which test is required for a diagnosis of pyelonephritis? a. renal biopsy b. blood culture c. intravenous pyelogram (IVP) d. urine for culture and sensitivity

c. adipose e. skeletal muscle

Which tissues require insulin to enable movement of glucose into the tissue cells? (Select all that apply.) a. liver b. brain c. adipose d. blood cells e. skeletal muscle

c. calcium oxalate

Which type of urinary tract stones are the most common and often obstruct the ureter? a. cystine b. uric acid c. calcium oxalate d. calcium phosphate

c. vague abdominal discomfort and disorientation

While caring for a 77 year old woman who has a urinary catheter, the nurse monitors the patient for the development of a UTI. What clinical manifestations is the patient likely to experience? a. cloudy urine and fever b. urethral burning and bloody urine c. vague abdominal discomfort and disorientation d. suprapubic pain and slight decline in body temperature

a. that is a good range for your blood glucose levels

Priority decision: Two days after a self managed hypoglycemic episode at home the patient tells the nurse that his blood glucose levels since the episode have been between 80 and 90 mg/dL. What is the best response by the nurse? a. that is a good range for your blood glucose levels b. you should call your HCP because you need to have your insulin increased c. that level is too low in view of your recent hypoglycemia and you should increase your food intake d. you should take only half your insulin dosage for the next few days to get your glucose level back to normal

a. achieving a normal weight

Priority decision: When caring for a patient with metabolic syndrome, the nurse should give the highest priority to teaching the patient about which treatment plan? a. achieving a normal weight b. performing daily aerobic exercise c. eliminating red meat from the diet d. monitoring the blood glucose periodically

a. it is harder to achieve strict glucose control than in younger patients

A 72 year old woman is diagnosed with diabetes. What does the nurse recognize about managing diabetes in the older adult? a. it is harder to achieve strict glucose control than in younger patients b. treatment is not warranted unless the patient develops severe hyperglycemia c. it does not include treatment with insulin because of limited dexterity and vision d. it usually requires that a younger family member be responsible for care of the patient

b. struvite

A female patient has a UTI and kidney stones. The nurse knows that these are most likely which type of stone? a. cystine b. struvite c. uric acid d. calcium phosphate

b. FPG for all persons at age 45 years and then every 3 years

A nurse working in an outpatient clinic plans a screening program for diabetes. What recommendations for screening should be included? a. OGTT for all minority populations every year b. FPG for all persons at age 45 years and then every 3 years c. testing people under the age of 21 years for islet cell antibodies d. testing for type 2 diabetes in all overweight or obese persons

d. administer glucagon 1 mg intramuscularly (IM) or subcutaneously

A patient with diabetes is found unconscious at home and a family member calls the clinic. After determining that a glucometer is not available what should the nurse advise the family to do? a. have the patient drink some orange juice b. administer 10 units of regular insulin subcutaneously c. call for an ambulance to transport the patient to a medical facility d. administer glucagon 1 mg intramuscularly (IM) or subcutaneously

b. advise the patient to discuss using herbal therapy with her HCP before using it

A patient with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes has been given a prescription to start an oral hypoglycemic medication. The patient tells the nurse she would rather control her blood sugar with herbal therapy. Which action should the nurse take? a. teach the patient that herbal therapy is not safe and should not be used b. advise the patient to discuss using herbal therapy with her HCP before using it c. encourage the patient to give the prescriptive medication time to work before using herbal therapy d. teach the patient that if she takes herbal therapy she will have to monitor her blood sugar more often

d. pain with bladder filling that is transiently relieved by urination

A patient with suprapubic pain and symptoms of urinary frequency and urgency has 2 negative urine cultures. What is 1 assessment finding that would indicate internal cystitis? a. residual urine greater than 200 mL b. a large, atonic bladder on urodynamic testing c. a voiding pattern that indicated psychogenic urinary retention d. pain with bladder filling that is transiently relieved by urination

b. a set meal pattern with a bedtime snack is necessary to prevent hypoglycemia

A patient with type 1 diabetes uses 20 units of Novolin 70/30 (NPH/regular) in the morning and at 6:00PM. When teaching the patient about this regimen, what should the nurse emphasize? a. hypoglycemia is most likely to occur before the noon meal b. a set meal pattern with a bedtime snack is necessary to prevent hypoglycemia c. flexibility in food intake is possible because insulin is available 24 hours a day d. premeal glucose checks are required to determine needed changes in daily dosing

b. check that the bath water is not too hot

Collaboration: The following interventions are planned for a patient with diabetes. Which intervention can the nurse delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? a. discuss complications of diabetes b. check that the bath water is not too hot c. check the patient's technique for drawing up insulin d. teach the patient to use a meter for self-monitoring of blood glucose

b. stimulate glucose output by the liver

Cortisol, glucagon, epinephrine, and growth hormone are referred to as counterregulatory hormones because they a. decrease glucose production b. stimulate glucose output by the liver c. increase glucose transport into the cells d. independently regulate glucose level in the blood

a. A1C of 7.5% c. FPG >127 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L)

During routine health screening, a patient is found to have fasting plasma glucose (FPG) of 132 mg/dL (7.33 mmol/L). At a follow-up visit, a diagnosis of diabetes would be made based on which laboratory results? (Select all that apply) a. A1C of 7.5% b. glycosuria of 3+ c. FPG >127 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L) d. random blood glucose of 126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L) e. a 2 hour oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) of 190 mg/dL (10.5 mmol/L)

c. accumulation of immune complexes in the glomeruli

Glomerulonephritis is characterized by glomerular damage caused by a. growth of microorganisms in the glomeruli b. release of bacterial substances toxic to the glomeruli c. accumulation of immune complexes in the glomeruli d. hemolysis of RBCs circulating in the glomeruli

b. suggest genetic counseling resources for the children of the patient

In providing care for the patient with adult-onset polycystic kidney disease, what should the nurse do? a. help the patient cope with the rapid progression of the disease b. suggest genetic counseling resources for the children of the patient c. expect the patient to have polyuria and poor concentration ability of kidneys d. implement measures for the patient's deafness and blindness in addition to renal problems

b. polydipsia

In type 1 diabetes, glucose has an osmotic effect when insulin deficiency prevents the use of glucose for energy. Which classic symptom is caused by the osmotic effect of glucose? a. fatigue b. polydipsia c. polyphagia d. recurrent infections

d. increases amino acid transport into cells and protein synthesis

In addition to promoting the transport of glucose from the blood into the cell, what does insulin do? a. enhances the breakdown of adipose tissue for energy b. stimulates hepatic glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis c. prevents the transport of triglycerides into adipose tissue d. increases amino acid transport into cells and protein synthesis

a. eat regular meals at regular times

Individualized nutrition therapy for patients using conventional, fixed insulin regimens should include teaching the patient to a. eat regular meals at regular times b. restrict calories to promote moderate weight loss c. eliminate sucrose and other simple sugars from the diet d. limit saturated fat intake to 30% of dietary calorie intake

a. administer the usual insulin dosage

Priority decision: A patient with diabetes calls the clinic because she has nausea and flu-like symptoms. Which advice from the nurse will be the best for this patient? a. administer the usual insulin dosage b. hold fluid intake until the nausea subsides c. come to the clinic immediately for evaluation and treatment d. monitor the blood glucose every 1 to 2 hours and call if it rises over 150 mg/dL (8.3 mmol/L)

d. at mealtime or within 15 minutes of meals

Lispro insulin (Humalog) with NPH (Humulin N) insulin is ordered for a patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. When should the nurse administer lispro insulin? a. only once a day b. 1 hour before meals c. 30 to 45 minutes before meals d. at mealtime or within 15 minutes of meals

c. severe, colicky back pain radiating to the groin

On assessment of the patient with a kidney stone passing down the ureter, what should the nurse expect the patient to report? a. a history of chronic UTIs b. dull, costovertebral flank pain c. severe, colicky back pain radiating to the groin d. a feeling of bladder fullness with urgency and frequency

a. take it with the first bite of each meal d. effectiveness is measured by 2 hour postprandial glucose e. it delays glucose absorption from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract

Patient-centered care: The patient with type 2 diabetes is being put on acarbose (Precose) and wants to know about taking it. What should the nurse include in the patient's teaching? (Select all that apply) a. take it with the first bite of each meal b. it is not used in patients with heart failure c. endogenous glucose production is decreased d. effectiveness is measured by 2 hour postprandial glucose e. it delays glucose absorption from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract

c. monitor the glucose level at bedtime, between 2:00AM and 4:00AM and on arising

Priority decision: A patient taking insulin has recorded fasting glucose levels above 200 mg/dL (11.1 mmol/L) on awakening for the last 5 mornings. What should the nurse have the patient do first? a. increase the evening insulin dose to prevent the dawn phenomenon b. use a single dose insulin regimen with an intermediate acting insulin c. monitor the glucose level at bedtime, between 2:00AM and 4:00AM and on arising d. decrease the evening insulin dosage to prevent night hypoglycemia and the Somogyi effect

b. rapid respirations with deep inspiration

Priority decision: The nurse is assessing a newly admitted patient with diabetes. Which observation should be addressed as the priority by the nurse? a. bilateral numbness of both hands b. rapid respirations with deep inspiration c. stage II pressure injury on the right heel d. areas of lumps and dents on the abdomen

c. cleaning the puncture site with alcohol before the puncture

The nurse assesses the technique of the patient with diabetes for self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) 3 months after initial instruction. Which error in performance of SMBG noted by the nurse requires intervention? a. doing the SMBG before and after exercising b. puncturing the finger on the side of the finger pad c. cleaning the puncture site with alcohol before the puncture d. holding the hand down for a few minutes before the puncture

d. impaired glucose tolerance

The nurse determines that a patient with a 2 hour OGTT of 152 mg/dL has a. diabetes b. elevated A1C c. impaired fasting glucose d. impaired glucose tolerance

a. exercise regularly b. maintain a healthy weight e. monitor for polyuria, polyphagia, and polydipsia

The nurse is teaching patient with prediabetes ways to prevent or delay the development of type 2 diabetes. What information should be included? (Select all that apply.) a. exercise regularly b. maintain a healthy weight c. have BP checked regularly d. assess for visual changes on a monthly basis e. monitor for polyuria, polyphagia, and polydipsia

a. most patients with APSGN recover completely or rapidly improve with conservative management

The nurse plans care for the patient with APSGN based on what knowledge? a. most patients with APSGN recover completely or rapidly improve with conservative management b. chronic glomerulonephritis leading to renal failure is a common sequela to acute glomerulonephritis c. pulmonary hemorrhage may occur as a result of antibodies also attacking the alveolar basement membrane d. a large percentage of patients with APSGN develop rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis, resulting in kidney failure

c. an insulin deficit causes the body to metabolize large amounts of fatty acids rather than glucose for energy

The nurse should observe the patient for symptoms of ketoacidosis when a. illness causing nausea and vomiting lead to bicarbonate loss with body fluids b. glucose levels become so high that osmotic diuresis promotes fluid and electrolyte loss c. an insulin deficit causes the body to metabolize large amounts of fatty acids rather than glucose for energy d. the patient skips meals after taking insulin, leading to rapid metabolism of glucose breakdown of fats for energy

a. plan activity and food intake related to blood glucose levels

To prevent hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia related to exercise, what should the nurse teach the patient using glucose lowering agents about the best time for exercise? a. plan activity and food intake related to blood glucose levels b. when blood glucose is greater than 250 mg/dL and ketones are present c. when glucose monitoring reveals that the blood glucose is in the normal range d. when blood glucose levels are high because exercise always has a hypoglycemic effect

c. HHS requires greater fluid replacement to correct the dehydration

What describes the primary difference in treatment for DKA and HHS? a. DKA requires administration of bicarbonate to correct acidosis b. potassium replacement is not necessary in management of HHS c. HHS requires greater fluid replacement to correct the dehydration d. glucose is withheld in HHS until the blood glucose reaches a normal level

a. thirst b. ketonuria c. dehydration d. metabolic acidosis e. Kussmaul respirations f. sweet, fruity breath odor

What assessment findings occur with DKA? (Select all that apply) a. thirst b. ketonuria c. dehydration d. metabolic acidosis e. Kussmaul respirations f. sweet, fruity breath odor

c. drink enough fluids to produce dilute urine

What can patients at risk for kidney stones do to prevent them in many cases? a. lead an active lifestyle b. limit protein and acidic foods in the diet c. drink enough fluids to produce dilute urine d. take prophylactic antibiotics to control UTIs

a. β-cell exhaustion b. insulin resistance c. genetic predisposition d. altered production of adipokines e. inherited defect in insulin receptors f. inappropriate glucose production by the liver

What characterizes type 2 diabetes? (Select all that apply.) a. β-cell exhaustion b. insulin resistance c. genetic predisposition d. altered production of adipokines e. inherited defect in insulin receptors f. inappropriate glucose production by the liver

a. tight glycemic control can be maintained

When teaching a patient with type 1 diabetes, what should the nurse emphasize as the major advantage of using an insulin pump? a. tight glycemic control can be maintained b. errors in insulin dosing are less likely to occur c. complications of insulin therapy are prevented d. frequent blood glucose monitoring is unnecessary

b. consistently use the same size insulin syringe to avoid dosing errors

When teaching the patient with diabetes about insulin administration, the nurse should include which instruction? a. pull back on the plunger after inserting the needle to check for blood b. consistently use the same size insulin syringe to avoid dosing errors c. clean the skin at the injection site with an alcohol swab before each injection d. rotate injection sites from arms to thighs to abdomen with each injection to prevent lipodystrophies

a. fever

Which characteristic is more likely with acute pyelonephritis than with a lower UTI? a. fever b. dysuria c. urgency d. frequency