Practice Question
All of the following are common signs/symptoms of Hyperglycemia?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Excessive hunger
Rationale:
🔶 Polydipsia: Increased thirst reflects osmotic water loss from high serum glucose.
🔶 Polyphagia: Excessive hunger occurs as cells are glucose‑starved despite hyperglycemia.
🔶 Polyuria: Increased urine output follows osmotic diuresis from glucosuria.
🔶 Skin findings: Sweaty skin suggests hypoglycemia, not hyperglycemia.
🔶 Associated signs: Blurred vision and fatigue are common with persistent hyperglycemia.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: Medical-surgical📚
- Answer Choices: 4