A nurse received a client from the PACU after a major bowel resection
The client was started on total parenteral nutrition with 40% glucose in the PACU. In the report, the PACU nurse instructs that the patient must be monitored for hyperglycemia. What are the manifestations of hyperglycemia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Increased urine output
b. Headache
c. Dry mucous membranes
d. Diaphoresis
e. Lethargy
f. Glycosuria
g. Thirst
ANS: A, C, E, F, G
These are the signs of hyperglycemia. The other options are typically noted with hypoglycemia.
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
An older patient is experiencing exploitation. The nurse recognizes this when the client states:
1. "My son, who I live with, only helps me bathe once a week." 2. "Sometimes, my daughter, gets frustrated with me and hits me." 3. "My neighbor will not drive me to the grocery store unless I buy their groceries too." 4. "My daughter said she will stay and take care of me, but goes out every night with her friends."
Nursing knowledge that is needed in order to enable empowerment includes:
a. ethical principles and decision-making process. b. values development and their impact on choices. c. scientific principles and evidence-based practice. d. a and b. e. all of the above.
The Goldmark Report concluded that:
1. Nursing roles and responsibilities required clarification 2. A theory-based curriculum was necessary for accreditation 3. Nursing education programs must be affiliated with universities 4. Increased financial support should be provided for nursing education