A term infant was born via C-Section 24 hours ago.  At birth the infant’s Apgars were 8 & 9.  The infant suddenly presents with a respiratory rate of 78, nasal flaring and grunting. The most likely diagnosis is:

The nurse is caring for a client being treated for diabetic ketoacidosis. Which lab result is the nurse MOST concerned with?  

The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of Addison’s disease. What assessment findings are associated with this health problem?  

An adolescent is brought to the emergency department by a family member due to increase confusion, abdominal pain with 2 episodes of vomiting, fatigue, extreme thirst, increase urination and is breathing “strange.”  The nurse anticipates this client may have ­ __________________and needs to be treatment for ________________?  Use the following word bank to choose the correct answer to complete the question above. Separate your answers with a comma.  Hypoglycemia Hyperthyroidism Diabetes Type 1 Diabetic Ketone Acidosis   Hypothyroidism Diabetes type 2 Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemia   Toxic Storm  

A client with type 2 diabetes arrives to the emergency department with a blood glucose level of 630mg/dL, has a decline in mental status and excessive urination. The nurse is assessing the client for a diabetic emergency. Which other clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to find? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY    

The nurse is assessing a client who is post-operative thyroidectomy. The nurse assessed breathing, vital signs, and for fullness at the incision site. What other essential clinical manifestation should the nurse look for when assessing a client who is post-operative a thyroidectomy?    

A medication order reads, “Potassium 20 mEq 1-tab po BID”. What does the nurse need to do FIRST when administering this medication?  

A client experiencing an altered level of consciousness is brought to the Emergency Department (ED). The client’s med alert bracelet indicates they have type 1 diabetes. The client’s glucose level is 22 mg/dL. The nurse should anticipate administering which prescribed intervention?  

A client has been diagnosed with Cushing’s syndrome. What psychosocial problem should the nurse assess the client for?  

A client with type 2 diabetes has adequate glucose control through diet and exercise. Upon being admitted post-op a cholecystectomy, the client has required insulin injections on two occasions. Which of the following best describes the client’s need for insulin?