Exam 17: Diet in Diabetes Mellitus and Hypoglycemia

Which of the following are considered the cornerstones of managing diabetes? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a client with type 1 diabetes. The client reports a headache and double vision. The nurse also notes the client is sweating. After testing, the nurse finds a blood glucose level of 65 mg/dL. Which actions should be taken? Select all that apply.

A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes about carbohydrate counting, the glycemic index (GI), and glycemic load (GL). Which statements by the nurse are accurate? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a pediatric client with hyperglycemia and excessive ketones. Which of the following should the nurse suspect?

Which of the following refers to an abnormally high amount of glucose in the urine?

How many carbohydrate servings are included in a bowl of cereal that contains 45 total grams of carbohydrates?

A nurse is teaching a seminar on types of hypoglycemia not related to diabetes. Which of the statements made by the nurse is true?

Which of the following may be responsible for secondary diabetes? Select all that apply.

A nurse is educating a client on fasting hypoglycemia. Which statements by the client indicate education has been successful? Select all that apply.

Which of the following has also been called "insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus"?

Which of the following should a nurse note when counseling a client with type 1 diabetes on physical exercise? Select all that apply.

A client with type 1 diabetes is brought to the emergency department after experiencing acute illness and dehydration. Which condition does a nurse know may occur?

A nurse is caring for a pregnant client who is also obese. The client indicates that her mother and sister both had gestational diabetes during assessment. When should the nurse expect that client will be tested for gestational diabetes?

Which statement made by a client with type 1 diabetes indicates education about nutritional goals has been effective?

While educating a client who has diabetes, a nurse states "Your primary concern should be to achieve optimal glucose, blood pressure, and lipid goals." Which type of diabetes does the client likely have?

Which of the following are considered part of the classic triad of signs and symptoms that indicate diabetes? Select all that apply.

A nurse is teaching a client with type 1 diabetes. Which statement made by the client indicates teaching has been successful?

Which of the following are symptoms of hypoglycemia? Select all that apply.

A nurse is educating a woman with type 1 diabetes. Which statement made by the nurse is true regarding alcohol consumption?

A nurse is caring for a critically ill client who has type 2 diabetes. Which treatment should the nurse expect in this client?