Practice Question
A nurse is reinforcing education with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and has been experiencing hypoglycemic episodes. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"Keeping supplies on hand to treat hypoglycemic episodes is important."
Rationale:
🔶Clients with type 1 diabetes mellitus are at risk for hypoglycemia, especially from excess insulin, skipped meals, or overexertion.
🔶Keeping rapid-acting glucose sources (e.g., glucose tablets, juice, candy) available ensures immediate correction when symptoms appear.
🔶Early treatment prevents progression to loss of consciousness or seizures.
🔶Education should also include recognizing early symptoms such as tremors, diaphoresis, and confusion.
🔶Consistent monitoring and preparedness reinforce self-management and safety for diabetic clients.
Want to practice more questions like this?
This question is from Custom Adult Health II Final Exam Fall 2025 which contains 66 questions.
More Questions from This Exam
A nurse is planning care for a client who has hyperthyroidism and is receiving radioactive iodine (radioiodine). Which of the following statements by the nurse regarding special precautions is appropriate?
Answer Choices:
A nurse is providing care for a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following laboratory findings indicates the client most likely to be diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (OKA)?
Answer Choices:
A nurse is collecting data from a client's laboratory results. Which of the following lab values is usually tested with a diagnosis of liver disease?
Answer Choices:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is being discharged after treatment for acute pancreatitis. Which of the following statements is important to include in the information?
Answer Choices:
A nurse is caring for a client who states their parent died from complications of a GI bleed. Which of the following reinforcements by the nurse will help the client decrease their risk of developing a peptic ulcer?
Answer Choices:
Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4