The nurse is managing care for a 10-year-old patient who was…
The nurse is managing care for a 10-year-old patient who was admitted a couple hours ago to the hospital in Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) with an initial blood glucose level of 524. She is currently NPO, on an insulin drip, and being treated with the 2-bag system including a bag of fluids with no dextrose and another with 10% dextrose (D10). This chart is what the doctors have ordered for her: At noon the patient’s blood sugar is 400. At 1300, the patient’s blood sugar is 195. What are the nurse’s most appropriate actions at 1300? Select all that apply.
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In response to a rise in chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, the government implements a national program offering free screenings and treatment for these conditions. Which healthcare service category does this program fall under?
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