The physician has ordered a change of prescription from rapid-acting insulin to an intermediate-acting type. Which of the following adverse effects must the nurse closely monitor for in the patient?
A) Bradycardia
B) Lipodystrophy
C) Hypoglycemia
D) Hypotension
C
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Upon assessment of respiratory excursion, the clinician notes asymmetric expansion of the chest. One side expands greater than the other. This could be due to:
A. Pneumothorax B. Pleural effusion C. Pneumonia D. Pulmonary embolism
The nurse is doing nutritional counseling with a clinic client who complains of constipation. What would the nurse teach this client to increase in his diet?
A) MTP oil B) Apples C) White bread D) White rice
Critical-thinking nurses must develop which of the following specific attitudes or traits?
1. Independence. 2. Egocentricity. 3. Intellectual humility. 4. Fair-mindedness. 5. Confidence. 6. Perseverance.
Which of the following statements about cystic fibrosis of the pancreas is INCORRECT?
A. The normal gene (CFTR) regulates the transfer of salt and water in and out of epithelial cells through ion channels on the cell membrane. B. Gene mutations lead to thick mucus secretions that block pancreatic ducts, leading to atrophy and fibrosis of enzyme-secreting pancreatic cells and cystic dilation of the obstructed ducts. C. Affected persons are prone to pulmonary infections and impaired absorption of nutrients. D. With proper treatment, affected persons have a normal life expectancy. E. Many different CFTR gene mutations have been described.