A patient has been diagnosed with metabolic
syndrome and is started on the biguanide metformin (Glucophage). The nurse knows that the purpose of the metformin, in this situation, is which of these?
a. To increase the pancreatic secretion of insulin
b. To decrease insulin resistance
c. To increase blood glucose levels
d. To decrease the pancreatic secretion of insulin
ANS: B
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The nurse presented a program regarding objectives related to the overall health of eyes that are addressed in Healthy People 2020
Which of the following statements made by an adult participant in the program indicates an adequate understanding of these objectives? 1. "My 4-year-old doesn't need his vision screened.". 2. "I'm going to call my eye doctor and ask that she performs a dilated eye exam.". 3. "My mom has been complaining of dry eyes, but I knew it was all in her head.". 4. "I didn't know that Asians have the highest risk for developing glaucoma.".
The nurse is monitoring a client with hypoglycemia. Glucagon provides which function?
a. It enhances the activity of insulin, restor-ing blood glucose levels to normal more quickly after a high-calorie meal. b. It is a storage form of glucose and can be broken down for energy when blood glu-cose levels are low. c. It converts excess glucose into glycogen, lowering blood glucose levels in times of excess. d. It prevents hypoglycemia by promoting release of glucose from liver storage sites.
Which assessment of a 62-year-old patient who has just had an intravenous pyelogram (IVP) requires immediate action by the nurse?
a. The heart rate is 58 beats/minute. b. The patient complains of a dry mouth. c. The respiratory rate is 38 breaths/minute. d. The urine output is 400 mL after 2 hours.