1200. 73-year-old client with a history of diabetes type II brought to the emergency department by spouse for changes in mental status from their baseline. The client’s spouse reports that the client woke at 0600 to complete their morning routine. At approximately 1100 the client became unaware of their surroundings and began sweating profusely and slurring their words. Breath sounds are clear but noted with a fruity citrus odor and deep rapid respirations. Sinus tachycardia per cardiac monitor. The client is awake and alert, pupils equal and reactive to light. 205lbs (93kg). 1215. Voided 30mL dark amber urine sent for urinalysis. Comprehensive metabolic panel, CBC, and ABG. IV of normal saline started. Capillary glucose is 440.   Vital Signs   Time 1200 1215   Temp 99.5° F (37.5 °C) 99.5° F (37.5 °C)   P 118 115   RR 32 30   B/P 97/66 98/70   Pulse oximeter 89% on RA 92% on 2L NC   Medications   Empagliflozin 10 mg PO daily   Sitagliptin / metformin 50-1000 mg PO daily   Valsartan 160 mg PO daily   Laboratory Report   Lab Results Reference range ABG pH 7.20 7.35-7.45 ABG PC02 45 35-45 mmHg ABG HC03 32 22-26 mEq/L Creatine (Serum) 1.9 0.9 to 1.4 mg/dL Glucose random 435  70- 140 mg/dL Other (urine) Positive ketones negative Potassium(serum) 2.4 3.5 to 5.5 mEq/L Which Nursing interventions are indicated (essential) for this patient? SELECT ALL THAT APPY.

During the first 24 hours after a client is diagnosed with addisonian crisis, which intervention will the nurse perform frequently?

Which of the following medications will the nurse keep available to provide emergency treatment if a client develops tetany following a subtotal thyroidectomy?

A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client who has been diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. Which findings does the nurse anticipate during the assessment? Select all that apply.

The nurse is teaching a client about corticosteroid therapy. Which statement by the client indicates that teaching has been effective?

After stabilization of Addison’s disease, the nurse teaches the client about stress management. What information will the nurse include in the client’s teaching?

The unlicensed assistive personnel reports to the RN that a client with Type 1 diabetes has a question about exercise. What important points will the RN be sure to teach this client? Select all that apply.

Neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes. The most common neuropathy is symmetrical peripheral polyneuropathy. Which of the following is an early symptom of this complication?

What statement by the client concerning glipizide indicates that medication teaching has been effective?

Which orders by the health care provider will the nurse delegate to an experienced unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? Select all that apply.