Which symptom may be observed in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)? correct answers Lethargy
Soft & sunken eyes
Sweet and fruity odor of
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Which intervention will be beneficial for a patient with a blood glucose level of 250mg/dL who is receiving treatment for hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome? correct answers Administering IV fluids containing glucose
(will prevent hypoglycemia)
Which is an insulin-dependent diabetes correct answers juvenile-onset diabetes
which assessment parameter would the nurse review to determine how well the patient's diabetes mellitus has been controlled over the past two to three months? correct answers Glycosylated hemoglobin test (HbA1C (A1C))
After admitting a patient with a diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) to the emergency department, which nursing intervention is a priority? correct answers Establish IV access
Which hormone regulates the normal blood glucose level in the body? correct answers Insulin
Which drug is used for treating neurogenic bladder? correct answers Bethanrchol
Which treatment is useful in decreasing the serum ketone level in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis? correct answers Insulin therapy
Which instruction, in relation to mealtimes, would the nurse give to a patient who is prescribed lispro? correct answers Take within 15min of mealtime
A patient's blood glucose level before breakfast is 324mg/dL. The nurse reviews the electronic medical record and notes that the patient receives a high dose of insulin each evening at bedtime. The nurse suspects that the patient's hyperglycemia is most likely due to which problem with insulin therapy? correct answers Somogyi Effect
Which complication of diabetes mellitus can be monitored by fundus photography? correct answers Retinopathy
Which medication is categorized as a starch blocker? correct answers Miglitol
Which condition may be observed due to incorrect fluid replacement with hypotonic fluid in patients with diabetes mellitus? correct answers Cerebral edema
Incorrect fluid replacement especially with hypotonic fluids may cause a sudden drop in serum sodium resulting in cerebral edema. [Show Less]