Ati lpn med surg endocrine exam
Ati lpn med surg endocrine exam ( 44 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the manifestations of hyperglycemia with a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Fruity breath is a sign of ketoacidosis, a more severe complication of hyperglycemia.
Increased thirst (polydipsia) is a common symptom of hyperglycemia due to dehydration caused by high blood glucose levels.
Blurry vision may also occur with hyperglycemia, as high blood sugar can affect fluid levels in the eyes.
Hyperglycemia is more likely to cause an increased appetite (polyphagia), rather than a decreased one.
Rationale:
A. Fruity breath is a sign of ketoacidosis, a more severe complication of hyperglycemia.
B. Increased thirst (polydipsia) is a common symptom of hyperglycemia due to dehydration caused by high blood glucose levels.
C. Blurry vision may also occur with hyperglycemia, as high blood sugar can affect fluid levels in the eyes.
D. Hyperglycemia is more likely to cause an increased appetite (polyphagia), rather than a decreased one.