A client tells the nurse they feel overwhelmed by caring for an ill parent while working full time. The nurse is assessing the client’s coping strategies and use of cognitive techniques to manage stress. Which client statement best demonstrates cognitive reframing?
Read DetailsA nurse is caring for a patient with Diabetes Mellitus who suddenly develops shakiness, mild confusion, nervousness, and a headache. The patient is alert but restless and reports feeling “not right.” Based on these findings, the nurse recognizes that the client is most likely experiencing which condition?
Read DetailsA thirty-two year old patient’s recent blood tests indicate the presence of insulin antibodies and a serum glucose level of 274mg/dL. He has been told that he has an autoimmune disorder that has resulted in a diagnosis of diabetes. Which type of diabetes is classified as an autoimmune disorder?
Read DetailsA nurse is teaching a patient newly diagnosed with diabetes about carbohydrate counting. The nurse explains that carbohydrates are counted in grams. Approximately how many grams of carbohydrate are in each serving of carbohydrate?
Read DetailsA nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism who is selecting a dinner meal with a dietary consultant. The nurse understands that dietary management is important to help prevent complications of this condition. Which of the following meal selections is most appropriate for this client?
Read DetailsA nurse is performing a routine assessment on a patient with long-standing Type 2 Diabetes. The healthcare provider uses a tuning fork and a monofilament during the examination of the patient’s feet. The nurse understands that these tools are primarily used to assess for which common complication of diabetes?
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