Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors are most effective in reducing postprandial hyperglycemia
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A gravida II para I client who is at 40 weeks' gestation states, "I don't think I'm ready for labor. Last time, I experienced ‘lightening' 2 weeks before now." Which of these responses should the nurse make?
a. "Lightening is an unpredictable sign of impending labor." b. "Lightening may not occur in a multigravida until labor has started." c. "You may be correct. It always occurs about 2 weeks before labor begins." d. "You must have miscalculated your due date."
Which is the highest priority goal to set for a client with pneumonia?
a. Absence of cyanosis b. Maintenance of SaO2 of 95% c. Walking 20 feet three times daily d. Absence of confusion
A client diagnosed with sickle-cell anemia is experiencing vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Administering oxygen 2. Decreasing hydration 3. Managing pain 4. Promoting activity 5. Encouraging rest 6. Restricting calories
Mrs. James has been taking a diuretic and a beta-blocker for the treatment of hypertension for the past several months
During her latest clinic visit, she states that she has been measuring her blood pressure regularly at her local drug store and she claims that it is usually in the range of 130/80 mm Hg. As a result, she states that she has cut down on her doses of both drugs. Mrs. James' actions should indicate what nursing diagnosis to the nurse? A) Risk for poisoning related to unilateral changes to medication regimen B) Acute confusion related to the necessity for medication adherence C) Readiness for enhanced decision making related to management of drug therapy D) Deficient knowledge related to self-management of drug regimen