Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome are two diabetic emergencies.Which of the following findings would be present in diabetic ketoacidosis, but not in hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome?
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The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking propranolol….
The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking propranolol. Which data collection finding would indicate a potential serious complication associated with propranolol?
The nurse monitors closely for signs of right-sided heart fa…
The nurse monitors closely for signs of right-sided heart failure which include (select all that apply)
The nurse visits a patient at home. The patient states, “I h…
The nurse visits a patient at home. The patient states, “I haven’t slept at all the last couple of nights.” Which response by the nurse demonstrates therapeutic communication?
Which of following would the nurse expect for a patient adm…
Which of following would the nurse expect for a patient admitted with bulimia nervosa?
A patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus is hospitalized for…
A patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus is hospitalized for surgery. He has been maintaining control of his glucose levels with an oral diabetic medication. He is concerned that his blood sugar has been elevated and he has needed insulin. Which is the best response from the nurse to address his concern?
The nurse instructs a client on pursed-lip breathing and ask…
The nurse instructs a client on pursed-lip breathing and asks the client to demonstrate the breathing technique. Which observation by the nurse indicates that the client is performing the technique correctly?
A comatose client with an admitting diagnosis of diabetic ke…
A comatose client with an admitting diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) has a blood glucose value of 368 mg/dL, arterial pH of 7.2, arterial bicarbonate of 14 mEq/L, and is positive for serum ketones. The diagnosis is supported by which noted data? (Select all that apply.)
A client has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. The nurse…
A client has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. The nurse monitors for which signs and symptoms indicating a complication of this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is caring for a patient who was placed on lithium tw…
A nurse is caring for a patient who was placed on lithium two days ago for initial treatment of extreme mania due to bipolar disorder. Prior to administration of next dose of lithium carbonate, the nurse notes that the lithium blood level is 1.3 mEq/L. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?