A nurse is caring for a client who started total parenteral…

A nurse is caring for a client who started total parenteral nutrition (TPN) 24 hours ago. During morning assessment, the nurse notes that the client is restless and has a serum glucose level of 265 mg/dL. Based on these findings, which metabolic complication is the nurse most likely observing?

A client has a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension….

A client has a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. His renal function has slowly been deteriorating. The nurse, when reviewing his diet with him, notices his sodium intake may be too high. Which suggestion by the nurse would help him lower his daily sodium intake?