In the healthy body, a normal blood glucose level is maintained by
a. insulin secretion. c. insulin-to-glucagon ratio.
b. cellular metabolism. d. insulin-to-thyroxine ratio.
C
A normal blood glucose level is maintained by the insulin-to-glucagon ratio. When the blood glucose level is high, insulin is released and glucagon is inhibited. When blood glucose levels are low, glucagon rather than insulin is released.
You might also like to view...
At 11:00 p.m. a client diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder demands to phone a lawyer to file for a divorce. Unit rules state that no phone calls are permitted after 10:00 p.m. Which nursing response is most appropriate?
1. "Go ahead and use the phone. I know this pending divorce is stressful." 2. "You know better than to break the rules. I'm surprised at you." 3. "It is after the 10:00 p.m. phone curfew. You will be able to call tomorrow." 4. "A divorce shouldn't be considered until you have had a good night's sleep."
The nurse understands that home health care is provided to clients who are:
A) chronically ill, disabled, or recuperating. B) acutely ill. C) unable to afford hospitalization. D) not covered by medical insurance.
Which statement is correct regarding administration of a cleansing enema to an adult?
a. The temperature of the water should be 115 degrees Fahrenheit. b. The enema container should be held 24 inches above the anal opening. c. Insert the catheter 8 to 10 inches above the anal opening. d. If the patient complains of cramping, stop the flow until the feeling passes.
A nurse is caring for a person who is delusional. What is important for the nurse to do while communicating with the client?
A) Touch the client gently while talking. B) Avoid arguing about erroneous statements. C) Reinforce reality for delusional statements. D) Maintain eye contact at all times.