A nurse educates a group of clients with diabetes mellitus on the prevention of diabetic nephropathy. Which of the following is the most important advice the nurse should give the clients?
A) Control blood glucose levels and hypertension.
B) Drink plenty of fluids.
C) Take the antidiabetic drugs regularly.
D) Have a high-fiber diet.
A
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a. by bolus injection. b. by infusion pump over 24 hours. c. slowly over 90 minutes. d. via monitored, prolonged infusion.
To obtain subjective data about a newly admitted client's sleep pattern, the nurse
A) Inspects the client's eyes for redness B) Asks the client what promotes sleep C) Documents the client's affect and yawning D) Determines how frequently the client naps
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient with hyperparathyroidism and a serum calcium level of 12.0 mg/dL. What should be included in the plan? Select all that apply.
A. Promoting ambulation and mobility B. Encouraging use of calcium-based antacids for indigestion C. Discussing a change from ordered thiazide diuretics to another type of diuretic with healthcare provider D. Encouraging supplementation of fat-soluble vitamins E. Teaching to increase daily oral intake of fluids