Diabetes Mellitus quiz with correct
answers.
Nurse Tammy is assessing Derek for other manifestations of diabetes mellitus. For
which of the following manifestations should Nurse Tammy assess? (select all that
apply) - correct answer.Blurred vision, Increased thirst, excessive hunger, slow
wound healing
Nurse Tammy is preparing to review the results of Derek's urine dipstick. Which of
the following results should Nurse Tammy expect as an indication of DM? - correct
answer.Positive ketones
Nurse Tammy is preparing to preform a fingerstick to check Derek's blood glucose
level. Identify the order in which Nurse Tammy should perform the following steps.
(reorder the steps by dragoon them into the desired sequence.) - correct
answer.1.Turn on glucometer
2.Cleanse the puncture site
3.Puncture the skin w/lancet
4.lightly squeeze the site
5.apply drop of blood to test strip
6.apply gentle pressure to the puncture site w/ gauze
Nurse Chris is determining the insulin to administer to Derek. Prescribed is insulin
0.4units/kg/day subq in four divided doses. Derek weighs 88 lb. Which of the
following dosages should nurse Chris plan to administer - correct answer.4
Nurse Chris is teaching Deborah and Derek about the hemoglobin A1c. Which of the
following statements by Deborah indicates an understanding of the teaching? -
correct answer.is A1C is 7, it means his BS are well controlled
Nurse Chris is selecting a snack for Derek. Which of the following snacks should
Nurse Chris choose? - correct answer.Six whole grain crackers w/ 2oz mild cheddar
cheese
Nurse Chris is teaching Deborah about a fasting blood glucose test. Which of the
following statements indicates Deborah's understanding of the teaching - correct
answer.Fasting glucose should be between 70 - 110mg/dl
Nurse Chris is responding to Deborah's report that Derek is tearful, irritable, and not
acting like himself. Nurse Chris observes that Derek is diaphoretic. Which of the
following actions should Nurse Chris take? - correct answer.Give 4oz OJ