A nurse is caring for a patient with type 2 diabetes who is…
A nurse is caring for a patient with type 2 diabetes who is hospitalized with a severe infection. The patient asks, “Why is my blood sugar so high right now, and why do I need insulin instead of my usual pills?” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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A 62-year-old patient has just undergone a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with a stent placed in the left anterior descending (LAD) artery. The patient is prescribed dual antiplatelet therapy (aspirin and clopidogrel). Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching regarding medication safety?
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