When teaching a pregnant client about the physiologic changes occurring during pregnancy, the nurse reviews the effect of pregnancy on glucose metabolism. Which of the following would the nurse include as the underlying reason for the effect?
A) Pancreatic function is affected by pregnancy.
B) Glucose is utilized more rapidly during a pregnancy.
C) The pregnant woman increases her dietary intake.
D) Glucose is diverted through the placenta to assist the fetus.
D
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a. A 42-year-old female who describes her pain as a dull ache with numbness in her fingers b. A 49-year-old male who reports moderate pain that is worse on inspiration c. A 53-year-old female who reports substernal pain that radiates to her abdomen d. A 58-year-old male who describes his pain as intense stabbing that spreads across his chest
The nurse is planning care for a patient recovering from an above-the-knee amputation. Which position should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?
1. Sims' position as tolerated 2. prone for 1 hour, several times a day 3. high Fowler's position 4. sitting in a chair while awake
The client tentatively diagnosed with gout has received a prescription for colchicine. The nurse understands that colchicine is a(n):
1. Anti-inflammatory agent specific for gout 2. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) 3. Analgesic that relieves pain 4. Osmotic diuretic that facilitates the removal of uric acid
A patient with malnutrition is experiencing ongoing diarrhea after every meal. Which health problem could this patient be experiencing?
A. Malabsorption B. Pending cardiovascular overload C. Carbohydrate intolerance D. A food allergy