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The health care provider has ordered regular insulin 8 units and NPH insulin 24 units at 0700.  The nurse is ready to withdraw the insulin from the vials. Number the nurse’s actions in the correct sequence for this procedure. A. Inject 8 units of air into the regular vial B. Inject 24 units of air into the NPH vial C. Withdraw 8 units of regular insulin into the syringe D. Withdraw 24 units of NPH insulin into the syringe

The health care provider has ordered regular insulin 8 units and NPH insulin 24 units at 0700.  The nurse is ready to withdraw the insulin from the vials. Number the nurse’s actions in the correct sequence for this procedure. A. Inject 8 units of air into the regular vial B. Inject 24 units of air into the NPH vial C. Withdraw 8 units of regular insulin into the syringe D. Withdraw 24 units of NPH insulin into the syringe

The nurse is closely observing a client following subtotal thyroidectomy for respiratory distress. What is the most likely cause of respiratory obstruction following subtotal thyroidectomy?

The nurse is assessing a client following subtotal thyroidectomy. The nurse notes carpal spasm after inflating a blood pressure cuff above systolic pressure. What is the term used for this assessment finding?

Which symptoms in a patient assist the nurse in confirming the diagnosis of pulmonary embolus (PE)? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse is reinforcing client teaching regarding thyroid hormone replacement therapy. Which instruction by the nurse is correct?

Match the medication with its correct classification.  Each classification may be used once, more than once, or not at all.

The nurse is caring for a client with type 1 diabetes who is a nursing student preparing for mid-term exams. The additional emotional and mental stress places the client at risk for which potential complication?

A nursing home resident is experiencing signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. The client is alert and able to swallow. How would the nurse respond?  Be specific with your answer.

The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Why is the instruction regarding the appropriate foot care so important?