After an assessment, the nurse suspects that a client is experiencing signs of type 2 diabetes mellitus. What did the nurse assess in this client? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Excessive urination
2. Excessive thirst
3. Blurred vision
4. Tingling of the fingers and toes
5. Itchy skin rash
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Excessive urination or polyuria is a symptom of type 2 diabetes.
Rationale 2: Excessive thirst or polydipsia is a symptom of type 2 diabetes.
Rationale 3: Blurred vision is a symptom of type 2 diabetes.
Rationale 4: Tingling or paresthesias is a symptom of type 2 diabetes.
Rationale 5: Itchy skin rash is not a symptom of type 2 diabetes.
Global Rationale: Polyuria, polydipsia, blurred vision, and paresthesia are findings associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Itchy skin rash is not a finding associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
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