A nurse is monitoring a client newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus for signs of complications. Which of the following, if exhibited in the client, would indicate hyperglycemia and warrant physician notification?
A) Polyuria
B) Diaphoresis
C) Hypertension
D) Increased pulse rate
A
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