The patient was admitted with extensive burns TBSA covering…

The patient was admitted with extensive burns TBSA covering 30% of the body. The patient was just brought into the Emergency Department. Patient’s Vital signs 106/64, Heart rate 120, Respirations 28, Temperature 97.2.  Skin cool and pale. What stage of shock is the patient exhibiting?

A client diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus is admitted…

A client diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus is admitted to the medical unit with pneumonia. The client’s oral antidiabetic medication has been discontinued and the client is now receiving insulin for glucose control. Which of the following statements best explains the rationale for this change?