Physiological AdaptationQuestion 370 of 2368
A hospitalized client with diabetes has a blood glucose result of 252 mg/dL. Which additional test should the nurse expect to perform?
- Urine test for protein
- Urine test for ketones
- Sputum test for acid-fast bacilli
- Stool test for occult blood
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Correct answer: Urine test for ketones
When glucose is greater than 240 mg/dL, urine is typically checked for ketones, which can signal ketoacidosis.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Specimen Collection: Hyperglycemia. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026