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What is the primary effect of hyperthyroidism?

Which symptoms should the nurse assess for the client diagnosed with Graves disease?

The nurse is assigned to a client who was admitted 2 days ago with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes in diabetic ketoacidosis with a blood sugar of 540. Today the client is stating he is hungry, has a headache, and his vision seems blurry. Which nursing action would be anticipated?

At 0745, the nurse is preparing to administer lispro insulin to her patient. The UAP reports a blood glucose of 80, and that the patient is nauseated. Which is the best course of action for administering the insulin?

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) who has a blood glucose level of 510mg/dL. Which priority intervention should the intensive care nurse implement?

In the diabetic client, which areas of the body are especially vulnerable to vascular changes? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for the client admitted 6 hours ago in a hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS). Which assessment warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?

The nurse may observe which of the following symptoms in a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis?

At 0745, the nurse is preparing to administer lispro insulin to her patient. The UAP reports a blood glucose of 80, and that the patient is nauseated. Which is the best course of action for administering the insulin?

For which of the following blood sugars would the nurse administer a “fast sugar”?