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NURSING 120 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS NEWEST 2026
EXAM QUESTIONS LATEST VERSION SOLVED
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
After teaching a client with diabetes mellitus to inject insulin, the nurse
assesses the patient's understanding. Which statement made by the client
indicates a need for additional teaching?
A.
"I can reach my thigh the best, so I will use the different areas of my thighs."
B.
"Changing injection sites from the thigh to the arm will change absorption
rates."
C.
"By rotating the sites in one area, my chance of having a reaction is
decreased."
D.
"The lower abdomen is the best location because it is closest to the
pancreas."
D.
"The lower abdomen is the best location because it is closest to the pancreas."
A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes mellitus who asks, "Why is it
necessary to maintain my blood glucose levels no lower than about 60 mg/dL
(3.3 mmol/L)?" How would the nurse respond?
A.
"Glucose is the only fuel used by the body to produce the energy that it
needs."
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B.
"Without a minimum level of glucose, your body does not make red blood
cells."
C.
"Glucose in the blood prevents the formation of lactic acid and prevents
acidosis."
D.
"Your brain needs a constant supply of glucose because it cannot store it."
D.
"Your brain needs a constant supply of glucose because it cannot store it."
A nurse cares for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client asks, "Is
it okay for me to have an occasional glass of wine?" How would the nurse
respond?
A.
"Because of poor kidney function, people with diabetes should avoid alcohol."
B.
"Drinking any wine or alcohol will increase your insulin requirements."
C.
"You should not drink alcohol because it will make you hungry and overeat."
D.
"One glass of wine is okay with a meal."
D.
"One glass of wine is okay with a meal."
A nurse assesses a client with diabetes mellitus 3 hours after a surgical
procedure and notes that the client's breath has a "fruity" odor. What action
would the nurse take?
A.
Consult the provider to test for ketoacidosis.
B.
Encourage the patient to use an incentive spirometer.
C.
Increase the patient's intravenous fluid flow rate.
D.
Perform meticulous pulmonary hygiene care.
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A.
Consult the provider to test for ketoacidosis.
A nurse teaches a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who is prescribed
glipizide (Glucotrol). Which statement would the nurse include in this client's
teaching?
A.
"Change positions slowly when you get out of bed."
B.
"If you miss a dose of this drug, you can double the next dose."
C.
"Avoid taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)."
D.
"Discontinue the medication if you develop a urinary infection."
C.
"Avoid taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)."
The nurse is educating the client who was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
mellitus. What education will the nurse give in regard to disease management?
A.
"You will not need to check your own blood sugar levels at this time."
B.
"A low-carb diet is ideal for most diabetics."
C.
"We should focus on your diet and exercise and see what modifiable risk
factors we can change."
D.
"It is important that I teach you how to self-administer insulin."
C.
"We should focus on your diet and exercise and see what modifiable risk factors we
can change."
The nursing student asks the nurse, "What is the goal in treating a patient with
diabetes?" What is the nurse's best response?
A.
The goal is to prevent blindness
B.
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The goal is to lower their A1C by 3%
C.
The goal is for the client to lose 10% of their body fat
D.
The goal is to maintain optimal blood sugar levels
D.
The goal is to maintain optimal blood sugar levels
A nurse teaches a client with diabetes mellitus about sick-day management.
Which statement would the nurse include in this client's teaching?
A.
"If vomiting, do not use insulin or take your oral antidiabetic agent."
B.
"Monitor your blood glucose levels at least every 4 hours while sick."
C.
"When ill, avoid eating or drinking to reduce vomiting and diarrhea."
D.
"Try to continue your prescribed exercise regimen even if you are sick."
B.
"Monitor your blood glucose levels at least every 4 hours while sick.
The client is to receive 20 mEq of KCL p.o. every morning. The pharmacy
sends a bottle labeled 30 mEq/15 mL. How many mL will the nurse administer?
10
A nurse teaches a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which statement would
the nurse include in this client's teaching to decrease the client's insulin
needs?
A.
"Limit your fluid intake to 2 L a day."
B.
"Animal organ meat is high in insulin."
C.
"Limit your carbohydrate intake to 80 g a day."
D.
"Walk at a moderate pace for 1 mile daily."
NURSING 120 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS NEWEST 2026
EXAM QUESTIONS LATEST VERSION SOLVED
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
After teaching a client with diabetes mellitus to inject insulin, the nurse
assesses the patient's understanding. Which statement made by the client
indicates a need for additional teaching?
A.
"I can reach my thigh the best, so I will use the different areas of my thighs."
B.
"Changing injection sites from the thigh to the arm will change absorption
rates."
C.
"By rotating the sites in one area, my chance of having a reaction is
decreased."
D.
"The lower abdomen is the best location because it is closest to the
pancreas."
D.
"The lower abdomen is the best location because it is closest to the pancreas."
A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes mellitus who asks, "Why is it
necessary to maintain my blood glucose levels no lower than about 60 mg/dL
(3.3 mmol/L)?" How would the nurse respond?
A.
"Glucose is the only fuel used by the body to produce the energy that it
needs."
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B.
"Without a minimum level of glucose, your body does not make red blood
cells."
C.
"Glucose in the blood prevents the formation of lactic acid and prevents
acidosis."
D.
"Your brain needs a constant supply of glucose because it cannot store it."
D.
"Your brain needs a constant supply of glucose because it cannot store it."
A nurse cares for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client asks, "Is
it okay for me to have an occasional glass of wine?" How would the nurse
respond?
A.
"Because of poor kidney function, people with diabetes should avoid alcohol."
B.
"Drinking any wine or alcohol will increase your insulin requirements."
C.
"You should not drink alcohol because it will make you hungry and overeat."
D.
"One glass of wine is okay with a meal."
D.
"One glass of wine is okay with a meal."
A nurse assesses a client with diabetes mellitus 3 hours after a surgical
procedure and notes that the client's breath has a "fruity" odor. What action
would the nurse take?
A.
Consult the provider to test for ketoacidosis.
B.
Encourage the patient to use an incentive spirometer.
C.
Increase the patient's intravenous fluid flow rate.
D.
Perform meticulous pulmonary hygiene care.
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A.
Consult the provider to test for ketoacidosis.
A nurse teaches a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who is prescribed
glipizide (Glucotrol). Which statement would the nurse include in this client's
teaching?
A.
"Change positions slowly when you get out of bed."
B.
"If you miss a dose of this drug, you can double the next dose."
C.
"Avoid taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)."
D.
"Discontinue the medication if you develop a urinary infection."
C.
"Avoid taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)."
The nurse is educating the client who was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
mellitus. What education will the nurse give in regard to disease management?
A.
"You will not need to check your own blood sugar levels at this time."
B.
"A low-carb diet is ideal for most diabetics."
C.
"We should focus on your diet and exercise and see what modifiable risk
factors we can change."
D.
"It is important that I teach you how to self-administer insulin."
C.
"We should focus on your diet and exercise and see what modifiable risk factors we
can change."
The nursing student asks the nurse, "What is the goal in treating a patient with
diabetes?" What is the nurse's best response?
A.
The goal is to prevent blindness
B.
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The goal is to lower their A1C by 3%
C.
The goal is for the client to lose 10% of their body fat
D.
The goal is to maintain optimal blood sugar levels
D.
The goal is to maintain optimal blood sugar levels
A nurse teaches a client with diabetes mellitus about sick-day management.
Which statement would the nurse include in this client's teaching?
A.
"If vomiting, do not use insulin or take your oral antidiabetic agent."
B.
"Monitor your blood glucose levels at least every 4 hours while sick."
C.
"When ill, avoid eating or drinking to reduce vomiting and diarrhea."
D.
"Try to continue your prescribed exercise regimen even if you are sick."
B.
"Monitor your blood glucose levels at least every 4 hours while sick.
The client is to receive 20 mEq of KCL p.o. every morning. The pharmacy
sends a bottle labeled 30 mEq/15 mL. How many mL will the nurse administer?
10
A nurse teaches a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which statement would
the nurse include in this client's teaching to decrease the client's insulin
needs?
A.
"Limit your fluid intake to 2 L a day."
B.
"Animal organ meat is high in insulin."
C.
"Limit your carbohydrate intake to 80 g a day."
D.
"Walk at a moderate pace for 1 mile daily."
