A newly diagnosed Type 1 diabetic is prescribed Regular insulin. What important information does the client need to know about this type of insulin to prevent complications?

The nurse is caring for a client who is being discharged following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. What nutritional information will the nurse include in the discharge teaching?

A client is admitted to the medical unit with a diagnosis of DKA. Initial Orders: IV of 0.9% NS 1 liter of fluids to infuse over 4 hours.monitor blood glucose levels every 30 minutes for the first two hours. What additional orders (s) should the nurse expect to receive from the healthcare provider? Select All That Apply 

Following an Addisonian crisis, a client’s adrenal function has been gradually improving. The nurse is educating the client on medication management of Addison’s Disease. The nurse must ensure the client can verbalize the need to take which supplementary medication during times of stress?

A client with a diagnosis of colon cancer is 2 days postoperative following bowel resection and anastomosis. What assessment should the nurse PRIORITZE? 

A client with metastatic cancer has asked the nurse about End-of-Life Care. What guidelines should the nurse include when explaining the care the team will provide? 

The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving Hospice Care at home. The client states they have lost their appetite and is refusing to eat or drink. Which nursing action(s) are appropriate for the nurse to implement to care for this client? Select All That Apply. 

A nurse is caring for a client that has a nasogastric tube attached to suction. The tube was inserted in the right nare. During the initial assessment the nurse finds that the client is lethargic, has dry mucous membranes and the BP is 102/64, RR 16. The nurse sees that the IV is running at 50mL/hr. What is the nurse’s MOST appropriate initial response?  

The client with diabetes received 8 units of regular insulin and 12 units of NPH insulin at 0730. At 0930 the client reports having a headache, feeling shaky and nervous. What is the probable cause for this client’s signs and symptoms? 

A client had developed hepatic encephalopathy secondary to cirrhosis of the liver. The client is very agitated. The nurse speaks in a calm manner while administering lactulose 30mL po. The nurse understands this medication is prescribed to treat the client’s encephalopathy. What is the desired outcome of this medication?