After teaching a diabetic patient about the symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, the nurse determines that the client understands the instructions when she says that hyperglycemia may be manifested by which symptom?

If a type I diabetic client takes too much insulin, what clinical manifestations would alert the nurse to the fact that the client has become hypoglycemic? Question 11 options: confusion and cool, clammy skin fruity smelling breath and urinary ketones tremors of the limbs and bradycardia complaints of abdominal pain and nausea

J.C. is a 52-year-old man with a history of chronic heavy alcohol use. He has frequent bouts of gastrointestinal bleeding for which he has been hospitalized on six separate occasions over the years. He continues to drink and exhibits most of the common manifestations of alcoholic cirrhosis. He was recently hit by a car and was hospitalized for a broken leg. He appeared to be under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident and had a blood alcohol level of 0.18.   What is the probable cause of F.C.’s progressive mental deterioration? How might his mental deterioration be medically managed? ( Explain the probable cause of the mental deterioration and list at least 3 ways this cause can be medically managed.)   How does alcoholic cirrhosis differ from biliary cirrhosis?  What occurs in the two types of biliary cirrhosis?   (Explain how alcoholic cirrhosis differs from biliary cirrhosis. List the 2 types of biliary cirrhosis and explain the pathophysiology of each type.)

A patient with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium carbonate. The nurse monitors the patient for signs of lithium toxicity, which include: a) Hypotension and bradycardia b) Hyperactivity and restlessness c) Diarrhea and abdominal cramps d) Tremors, confusion, and excessive thirst

An older adult female client has osteoporosis. In counseling the client about the best form of exercise, the nurse would recommend which of the following? Question 25 options: a)  Cycling on a stationary bicyle b)  Walking c)  Jogging d)  Swimming

A nurse is assessing a patient with diabetes who is experiencing symptoms of hyperglycemia. Which intervention should the nurse implement first? a) Administering insulin as prescribed b) Providing the patient with water to drink c) Checking the patient's blood glucose level d) Offering the patient a snack containing carbohydrates

Describe the nursing interventions for a patient with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis).

Which of the following are priorities in the acute management of DKA and HHNKS? Question 74 options: a)  Long-acting IV insulin to correct glucose over a longer period of time and to prevent cerebral edema, neurovitals every hour to monitor neurological status b)  Fluid rehydration, correction of hyperglycemia, monitoring and correcting electrolytes c)  Mannitol or 3% saline to prevent cerebral edema as part of fluid rehydration, sodium bicarbonate for metabolic acidosis, correction of hypokalemia d)  Gradual fluid rehydration, aggressive correction of hyperglycemia, and correcting sodium levels

When giving insulin with parental input, what do you need to document?a) Nurse calculated insulin doseb) Amount of adjustment suggested by parentc) Justification for adjustmentd) Nursing judgement (agree or disagree)e) Dose givenf) All of the above

Your patient reports that she has lack of appetite and hyperinsomnia. What factors will you assess? What is your initial impression or concern based on this limited information?. What finding would concern you the most?. What referrals might you consider?,