CCRN Practice Test 1

10 free CCRN practice questions in the real exam format, covering the official content areas, with an explanation for every answer.

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Question 1 of 10

Endocrine, Hematology/Immunology, GI, Renal/GU, Integumentary

A patient with type 1 diabetes is admitted with DKA after several days of vomiting. One liter of 0.9% sodium chloride has been infused, and an insulin infusion is ordered. Laboratory results are shown. Which action should the nurse take FIRST?

Admission laboratory results
ParameterValue
Glucose612 mg/dL
pH7.14
HCO3−9 mEq/L
Potassium3.1 mEq/L
Serum ketonesLarge
Creatinine1.6 mg/dL