A client newly diagnosed with diabetes asks the nurse how insulin injections should be administered to ensure safe absorption and prevent complications. Which statement by the nurse reflects the most accurate teaching?

A nurse is reinforcing medication teaching for a client newly prescribed metformin. Which client statement indicates a need for further teaching?

A client with Graves’ disease has been taking methimazole for 6 weeks. During a follow-up visit the nurse notes the following findings. Which findings require IMMEDIATE nursing action? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a caregiver of a client with insulin-dependent diabetes who has a prescription for an emergency glucagon kit. Which caregiver statement indicates a need for further teaching?

A client with type 1 diabetes is newly prescribed pramlintide in addition to rapid-acting insulin before meals. The nurse reviews the updated medication orders and anticipates which adjustment to reduce the risk of a serious adverse effect?

A client is prescribed calcitonin-salmon nasal spray for osteoporosis. Which nursing actions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

A 45-year-old client with moderate persistent asthma is prescribed Prednisone for a 7-day course during an exacerbation. The nurse provides teaching about medication use, potential side effects, and timing. Which statement by the client indicates correct understanding of prednisone therapy?

A 62-year-old client with type 2 diabetes is found unconscious after missing meal. The nurse prepares to administer Glucagon per protocol. Which statement demonstrates the best understanding of glucagon’s proper use?

A client arrives at the emergency department with suspected diabetic ketoacidosis. Assessment findings include, glucose 548 mg/dL, arterial pH 7.18, positive serum ketones, dry mucous membranes, and Kussmaul respirations. Laboratory results show potassium 4.6 mEq/L. After initiating isotonic IV fluids, which insulin therapy does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed initially?

A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to a client newly prescribed methimazole for Graves’ disease. Which client statement indicates a need for further teaching?