Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

Rebound hypoglycemia following cyclic TPA (Tissue Plasminogen Activator) infusion is characterized by symptoms that occur as the blood sugar levels drop rapidly after a period of elevated blood sugar, often following treatment for conditions like acute ischemic stroke. The correct choice highlights symptoms that are commonly associated with low blood sugar levels.

Weakness may present as a result of insufficient glucose supply to the body's muscles and organs. A headache can also be a common symptom, occurring due to the body's response to low glucose levels affecting brain function. Chills may manifest as a response of the body trying to maintain homeostasis during metabolic disturbances. Tingling in extremities, also known as paresthesia, can occur due to the impact of low blood sugar on nerve function.

The other options include symptoms that are not typically associated with rebound hypoglycemia. Fatigue, sharp pain, nausea, and dizziness may appear in various medical conditions but do not specifically signify hypoglycemic episodes. The combination of shortness of breath, chest pain, and hypotension points more towards cardiovascular issues rather than hypoglycemia. Finally, hypotension, edema, and lethargy are symptoms that might be indicative of other metabolic or circulatory problems but are not characteristic of