A 67 year-old patient comes to the clinic with complaints of…

A 67 year-old patient comes to the clinic with complaints of severe diarrhea. He relays that he’s been taking antibiotics for an ear infection over the last 2 weeks, however, the diarrhea just started. Upon further analysis, the patient is diagnosed with clostridium difficile. The RN understands that the new-onset diarrhea is likely due to which of the following? 

A nurse is educating a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus…

A nurse is educating a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus about insulin therapy. The patient is prescribed a basal-bolus insulin regimen, which includes long-acting insulin (insulin glargine) once daily and rapid-acting insulin (insulin lispro) before meals. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates an understanding of the insulin regimen?

A nurse in the emergency room is preparing a patient for a C…

A nurse in the emergency room is preparing a patient for a CT scan of the abdomen with contrast. The patient’s past medical history and current medications are listed below. Which question should the RN implement?  Type II DM – Metformin 1000 mg BID  Hypothyroidism – Levothyroxine 100mcg daily Pain – Acetaminophen 600mg PRN

A nurse is caring for a patient with Type 2 diabetes mellitu…

A nurse is caring for a patient with Type 2 diabetes mellitus who is experiencing symptoms of hypoglycemia, including shakiness, dizziness, sweating, and irritability. Which of the following food options are appropriate in the immediate treatment of the patient’s hypoglycemia? Select all that apply.