A patient with type 1 diabetes was found unresponsive at home, and EMS reports a blood glucose of 22 mg/dL. The patient is intubated upon arrival to the ED. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer immediately?

A patient with GERD and a long history of Barrett’s esophagus reports progressive dysphagia, unintentional weight loss, and persistent hoarseness. The nurse should recognize these symptoms as potentially indicative of which condition?

A patient with deep partial-thickness burns to the chest and arms is receiving IV morphine for pain. However, the patient continues to experience intense pain during dressing changes. What is the most effective intervention?

A patient newly prescribed glipizide for type 2 diabetes asks about meal timing. Which statement by the patient requires further teaching?

A patient with suspected appendicitis suddenly reports complete relief of pain followed by abdominal rigidity and tachycardia. The nurse should suspect which complication?

A nurse is preparing to administer metformin to a patient with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The nurse should withhold the medication and notify the provider based on which finding?

A patient receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via a central line suddenly develops a fever, chills, and hypotension. The nurse should prioritize which intervention?

A nurse is preparing a female patient for isotretinoin therapy for severe cystic acne. Which pre-treatment requirement must be met before initiating therapy?

A patient with diabetes is scheduled for a CT scan with contrast dye. The nurse should recognize that which medication must be held for 48 hours post-procedure due to the risk of lactic acidosis?

A patient taking methimazole for hyperthyroidism develops a fever and sore throat. What is the nurse’s priority action?