A pediatric client is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The nurse teaches the client the difference between insulin shock and diabetic hyperglycemia
The nurse evaluates that the client understands the teaching when the client states which characteristics of diabetic hyperglycemia?
1. Tremors and lethargy
2. Hunger and hypertension
3. Thirst and flushed skin
4. Shakiness and pallor
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Thirst and flushed skin are characteristic of diabetic hyperglycemia. Tremors, lethargy, hunger, shakiness, and pallor are characteristic of hypoglycemia. Hypertension is not a sign associated with hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.
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