The nurse is assessing a 5-year-old boy whose mother says he has been vomiting lately, has no appetite, and has had an extreme thirst. Labwork for diabetes mellitus is being completed. Which symptom would differentiate between type 1 diabetes mellitus over type 2 diabetes mellitus?
What will be an ideal response?
The child has lost weight recently.
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The nurse would wear gloves while bathing a client in which of the following circumstances? Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. When cleaning the client's dentures 2. When washing the perineum of a continent client 3. When washing the back and providing a back rub 4. When changing the client's linen 5. When washing the extremities
The nurse is a case manager for several older adults living in the community. Which of the following goals are relevant for community or home based nursing care? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Educate clients and caregivers about adult daycare programs 2. Diagnose and treat psychiatric illnesses 3. Coordinate supportive services to compensate for deficits 4. Encourage relocation to assisted living or skilled nursing facilities 5. Maintain safety and optimal functional independence
For optimal disinfection using formaldehyde, the nurse knows that:
a. objects must be exposed to the solution for a very short time. b. objects must be exposed to the solution for a prolonged period of time. c. tissue must be prepared in advance. d. clients report burning when the skin comes in contact with the solution.
Which of the following clients demonstrates the characteristics of addiction?
a. A client who uses substances despite serving jail time for previous use b. A client who demonstrates evidence of tolerance and symptoms if substance is decreased c. A client who reports experiencing loss of control when using substances d. A client who uses substances to feel good or at least avoid feeling bad