A 22-year-old client presents to the clinic with increased t…
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A 22-yeаr-оld client presents tо the clinic with increаsed thirst, frequent urinаtiоn, unintended weight loss, and fatigue. The client has no significant past medical history. Laboratory results show fasting blood glucose of 286 mg/dL and HbA1c of 9.2%. Complete the following by selecting from the choices below 1 potential condition, 2 actions the nurse would immediately take to address the condition, and 2 parameters the nurse would monitor to assess the client’s progress. Please list the letters out in capitals in the text box of your selected answers. Potential Diagnoses (Choose 1) A. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus B. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus C. Gestational Diabetes D. Hypoglycemia E. Metabolic syndrome Parameters to Monitor (Choose 2) F. Blood glucose levels G. Serum calcium H. Lipid profile I. Serum potassium J. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) K. Blood pressure Priority Interventions (Choose 2) L. Administer subcutaneous insulin M. Initiate oral hypoglycemic medication N. Provide education on carbohydrate counting O. Encourage smoking cessation only P. Teach foot care and daily inspection Q. Refer to a dietitian for nutrition planning