NURSING 112- ATI Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, Antidiabetic Drugs exam-with verified answers-2022

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Chapter 32: Antidiabetic Drugs Lilley: Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 8th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The nurse is administering insulin lispro (Humalog) and will keep in mind that thi... s insulin will start to have an effect within which time frame? a. 15 minutes b. 1 to 2 hours c. 80 minutes d. 3 to 5 hours ANS: A The onset of action for insulin lispro is 15 minutes. The peak plasma concentration is 1 to 2 hours; the elimination half-life is 80 minutes; and the duration of action is 3 to 5 hours. DIF: COGNITIVE LEVEL: Remembering (Knowledge) REF: p. 516 TOP: NURSING PROCESS: Implementation MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies 2. When teaching about hypoglycemia, the nurse will make sure that the patient is aware of the early signs of hypoglycemia, including: a. hypothermia and seizures. b. nausea and diarrhea. c. confusion and sweating. d. fruity, acetone odor to the breath. ANS: C Early symptoms of hypoglycemia include the central nervous system manifestations of confusion, irritability, tremor, and sweating. Hypothermia and seizures are later symptoms of hypoglycemia. The other options are incorrect. DIF: COGNITIVE LEVEL: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: p. 514 TOP: NURSING PROCESS: Implementation MSC: NCLEX: Health Promotion and Maintenance 3. The nurse is teaching a group of patients about self-administration of insulin. What content is important to include? a. Patients need to use the injection site that is the most accessible. b. If two different insulins are ordered, t CONTINUED.... [Show More]

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