A patient is newly diagnosed with noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). The patient asks a nurse about potential complications related to his or her illness. The nurse states that it can lead to which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Neuropathy
2. Retinopathy
3. Heart disease
4. Renal disease
5. Poor circulation
ANS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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1. sodium 2. chloride 3. bicarbonate 4. potassium
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1. Frequent reassessment and evaluation of data in order to tailor therapies to the patient. 2. Keeping IV solutions at atmospheric pressure so the monitor accurately obtains patient pressures. 3. Using the hemodynamic line for monitoring pressures and not for infusing IV fluids. 4. Zero referencing the transducer to the level of the radial artery.
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