A 72-year-old client with a history of type 2 diabetes melli…
A 72-year-old client with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is admitted to the emergency department with confusion, extreme thirst, and weakness. The family reports the client has had a fever and productive cough for 3 days. Assessment findings: Blood glucose: 980 mg/dL Serum osmolality: 340 mOsm/kg Temperature: 101.8°F (38.8°C) Blood pressure: 88/54 mmHg Heart rate: 122 bpm Respiratory rate: 22/min Skin: dry, poor turgor Urine output: decreased For each nursing action below, indicate whether the action is Expected or Not Expected for this client.