What other findings in Y.L.'s history place her at increased risk for developing neuropathy?
What will be an ideal response?
• HTN: BP 152/97 mm Hg
• Elevated cholesterol levels and hypertriglycerides
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If the patient is using a 5 ounce glass, how many drinks would the nurse document that this patient consumes daily? Round your number to the nearest whole number.
Which statement about the present status of global health is true?
a. About 146,000 deaths occurred from measles globally in 2013. b. Dengue fever is a significant public health problem but is confined to Southeast Asia. c. West Nile virus is not yet present in the United States. d. Large investments have been made in the last 20 years by the private sector in the development of new TB drugs.
Which characteristic would the nurse assess in a family experiencing multi-generational poverty?
1. Repeated cycles of decreased educational opportunities leading to poorer income potential and poorer health outcomes 2. Members not wishing to improve their life circumstances 3. Decreased interest by lawmakers in reducing poverty circumstances 4. Increased government efforts to provide money to improve incomes
The nurse is creating a plan of care for a patient with glaucoma. Which nursing diagnosis addresses the complication of the sensory deficit that places the patient at greatest risk for injury?
a. Risk for falls b. Body image disturbance c. Social isolation d. Fear