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    ATI PN Paediatrics Nursing 2023 Proctored Exam

    A nurse is collecting data from an adolescent client who is hypoglycemic. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Fruity breath odor is associated with hyperglycemia and ketoacidosis, not hypoglycemia. B. Flushed skin is not a typical symptom of hypoglycemia. C. Thirst is commonly associated with hyperglycemia. D. Headache is a common symptom of hypoglycemia due to the lack of glucose supply to the brain.

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