The nurse is caring for a patient admitted to the emergency…
The nurse is caring for a patient admitted to the emergency department in acute distress. Data collection reveals rapid deep breathing, fruity odor, lethargy, and weight loss. Laboratory results include a blood glucose of 720 mg/dL. Which of the patient’s symptoms indicates type 1 diabetes mellitus?
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A patient being treated with rosiglitazone (Avandia) for type 2 diabetes mellitus is receiving a routine follow-up assessment. In addition to hemoglobin A1c and a fasting plasma glucose test, which other laboratory test is important in the patient receiving rosiglitazone?
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