A 58-year-old male patient is newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He has a history of high blood pressure and obesity, and he is concerned about managing his condition. Which statement by the nurse is accurate for this patient?
Read DetailsA 42-year-old male patient with a suspected pituitary adenoma is scheduled for a CT scan with contrast media. He has a history of hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and is allergic to shrimp. He is currently taking metformin and lisinopril. Which information is most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider before the test?
Read DetailsA 45-year-old female patient is screened for diabetes at a clinic, and her fasting plasma glucose level is 125 mg/dL. She has a family history of type 2 diabetes and is overweight. What should the nurse plan to teach the patient?
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