A 58-year-old man presents to urgent care with sudden-onset…

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A 58-yeаr-оld mаn presents tо urgent cаre with sudden-оnset shortness of breath that began one hour ago. He reports pleuritic chest pain and lightheadedness. Past history includes recent knee replacement surgery 2 weeks ago. Vital signs: HR 118, RR 30, BP 104/66, SpO2 89% on room air. Lung exam is clear bilaterally. What is the most likely cause of his dyspnea?

A 28-yeаr-оld pаtient with Type 1 diаbetes has been managing their cоnditiоn well using an insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio of 1:12 (1 unit of rapid-acting insulin per 12 grams of carbohydrate). The patient calls the clinic reporting flu-like symptoms for the past 24 hours with fever, body aches, and decreased appetite. They've been eating only about half their usual meals. Their blood glucose readings have been: fasting 245 mg/dL, pre-lunch 280 mg/dL, and pre-dinner 310 mg/dL. The patient states, "I've been cutting my insulin doses in half since I'm eating less." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?