Which of these laboratory values, noted by the nurse when reviewing the chart of a
hospitalized diabetic patient, indicates the need for rapid assessment of the patient?
Selected Answer: A.
Hb A1Cof 6.9%
Correcr Answer: glucose level at 56 (means they’re crashing)
0 out of 1 points Question 2
1 out of 1 points
A patient is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and has a serum potassium level of
2.9 mEq/L. Which action prescribed by the health care provider should the nurse take first?
Selected Answer: C.
Place the patient on a cardiac monitor.
0 out of 1 points Question 3
1 out of 1 points
Which nursing action will the nurse include in the plan of care when admitting a patient with
an exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller HIGHSCORE. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $7.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.