A type 2 diabetic patient has been well controlled on a sulfonylurea but has recently been experiencing repeated hypoglycemic reactions. The nurse should assess the patient for:
1. infection.
2. the concomitant use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents.
3. increased emotional stress.
4. a reduced physical activity level.
Correct Answer: 2
You might also like to view...
Physiologic risk factors for elimination problems are explored in what nursing function?
A) Physical assessment B) Health history C) Genetic history D) Initial assessment
A client's ECG reveals a rapid atrial rate of 300 beats/min, and the P waves resemble a picket fence without 1:1 conduction. The nurse would identify this dysrhythmia as
a. atrial fibrillation. b. atrial flutter. c. paroxysmal atrial tachycardia. d. sinoatrial block.
A client comes to the emergency department with periorbital ecchymosis of the right eye. Which is the nurse's priority action?
a. Apply an ice pack to the affected eye. b. Patch the eye to prevent eye movement. c. Assess the client's vision in both eyes. d. Irrigate the affected eye with normal sa-line.
Which of the following plays the important role of exchanging oxygen and nutrients or waste for the other vessels to transport??
A) Arteries B) Venules C) Arterioles D) Capillaries