The United States is among the top 10 countries in the world having the lowest rates of infant deaths
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A nurse educator is explaining the pathophysiology of diabetes to a newly diagnosed patient. The patient does not understand why she had a "constant, insatiable thirst" in the months preceding her diagnosis
What phenomenon should the nurse describe? A) "The excess glucose in your blood accumulates in your blood vessels and neurons, including the neurons that control thirst." B) "Excess glucose pulled more water through your kidneys and the increased urination caused thirst." C) "Increased thirst is your body's attempt to dilute your blood because it contains too much glucose." D) "When your body cells are starved for useful glucose, they signal your body to increase food and fluid intake."
The nurse at the diabetes clinic is instructing a client who is struggling with compliance to the diabetic diet. When discussing disease progression, which manifestation of the disease process on the urinary system is most notable?
A) Clients have frequent urinary tract infections. B) Clients develop a neurogenic bladder. C) Clients have urinary frequency. D) Clients have chronic renal failure.
The nurse is reviewing the tonicity of the different intravenous fluids on the medical–surgical unit in preparation for an in-service presentation
Which fluids are considered to be isotonic and appropriate in the treatment of fluid loss due to a surgical procedure? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. 5% dextrose in lactated ringers 2. 0.9% sodium chloride (NS) 3. 0.45% sodium chloride 4. Lactated Ringers 5. 5% dextrose in water
Which patient is at the highest risk for aminoglycoside-induced nephrotoxicity?
1. A 26-year-old woman on birth control pills 2. A 46-year-old patient with asthma 3. A 72-year-old patient who is also on amphotericin B 4. A 30-year-old patient with cardiomyopathy