ATI-RN Metabolism 3.0 Case Study Test Part 1 (Type 1 DM) Questions and Correct Answers

A nurse is providing teaching to the guardian of a child who has a new diagnosis of Type 1 DM. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? ~ You should warm your child's finger before checking their blood glucose. A nurse is reviewing the lab report of a school-age child who is being tested for Type 1 DM. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of Type 1 DM? ~ An HbA1c level of 9% A nurse is caring for a child who has Type 1 DM. The child's guardian calls to report that the child is experiencing an episode of hypoglycemia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? ~ Pallor Identify and prioritize the findings that require immediate follow-up by the nurse. What is the priority action the nurse should perform to address the client's prioritized findings? ~ Mom states Derek is tearful for no reason, is sweating, irritable, and not acting like himself. Given that he was given insulin a short while ago to decrease his glucose level, some of these symptoms indicate hypoglycemia. The priority action for the nurse should be to perform a blood glucose test on the client to determine his levels.