A nurse is caring for a patient admitted with diabetic ketoa…
A nurse is caring for a patient admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) who is exhibiting Kussmaul respirations, fruity breath odor, and altered mental status. The patient’s blood glucose is 520 mg/dL, and serum potassium is 5.5 mEq/L. Which nursing action should be prioritized to effectively manage this patient’s condition?
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A client with no medication allergies is newly diagnosed with H. pylori. Due to increasing rates of macrolide resistance, the provider selects a regimen recommended as optimized first-line therapy. Which medication combination should the nurse identify as most appropriate? This question will not contain brand names of medications.
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