A pregnant patient is diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Which self-assessment should the patient make daily?
A) Test urine for protein with a chemical reagent strip
B) Measure abdominal diameter with a tape measure
C) Measure uterine height by hand span distance
D) Measure serum for glucose level by a finger prick
Ans: D
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a. Fatigue related to increased work of breathing b. Ineffective breathing pattern related to airway inflammation and increased secretions c. Risk for fluid volume deficit related to tachypnea and decreased oral intake d. Fear and/or anxiety related to dyspnea and hospitalization
The therapeutic level of theophylline is directly related to the blood levels achieved from the administration of the medication on a regular schedule. Which factors affect therapeutic levels? (Select all that apply.)
a. Variance in rates of absorption b. Fluid intake c. Metabolism d. Age of the patient e. Elimination
Which question best assists the nurse in assessing a client with acute diarrhea?
a. "Have you traveled outside the country recently?" b. "Have you had a colonoscopy lately?" c. "Do you have any trouble swallowing?" d. "Do you have any allergies?"
The patient is to receive heparin 1700 units/hr using an available solution of 25,000 units heparin in 1000 mL NS. Calculate the flow rate in mL/hr
What will be an ideal response?