Ati lpn med surg endocrine exam
Ati lpn med surg endocrine exam ( 44 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about exercise with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Carrying a simple carbohydrate snack (not a complex one) is recommended during exercise to prevent hypoglycemia, but this is not the correct statement.
Exercising first thing in the morning before eating can cause hypoglycemia due to low glucose levels after fasting.
Injecting insulin into the thigh before running can increase absorption rates, leading to hypoglycemia. Rotating injection sites and avoiding muscle groups that will be heavily exercised is recommended.
Exercise should be avoided if ketones are present in the urine, as it can indicate inadequate insulin and the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Rationale:
A. Carrying a simple carbohydrate snack (not a complex one) is recommended during exercise to prevent hypoglycemia, but this is not the correct statement.
B. Exercising first thing in the morning before eating can cause hypoglycemia due to low glucose levels after fasting.
C. Injecting insulin into the thigh before running can increase absorption rates, leading to hypoglycemia. Rotating injection sites and avoiding muscle groups that will be heavily exercised is recommended.
D. Exercise should be avoided if ketones are present in the urine, as it can indicate inadequate insulin and the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis.