what dx test should be ordered and why for patient possibly in DKA
what is the medical management for patient with DKA( include pharmaceutical tx)
what impact can age related changes have on the patient experiencing DKA?
QuesLIUI The nurse is to administer levothyroxine to a patient with hypothyroidism. What assessments should the nurse perform prior to administering the scheduled dose? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY Blood pressure to evaluate for hypertension Ask the patient if they have any chest pain or palpitations Heart rate to evaluated for tachycardia Daily weight to monitor for fluid retention Percentage of breakfast eaten to help prevent gastric irritation and ulceration Look at labs to see most recent T3, T4, TSH, if...
number 2 1. What is the pathophysiology of DKA and what type of diabetes will this patient have? 2. What impact can age related changes have on the patient experiencing DKA? 3. What signs and symptoms would the nurse expect to see in the DKA? What are the 3 cardinal
A patient presents in DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis), in addition to that they are lethargic and complaining of severe fatigue, nausea and vomiting. What is fluid imbalance is also going on with this patient? What are interventions for this patient? A patient with chronic renal failure presents with a wet cough, bilateral lower extremity and abdominal swelling. What fluid imbalance is also going on with this patient? What are interventions for this patient?
What are priority nursing assessments for a post-surgical patient?
What are the priority assessments the RN must look for on a patient with a dysrhythmia
a. How do you determine if a patient is a fall risk? b. What nursing assessments are important for a patient receiving a blood transfusion?
Insulin therapy is a critical intervention in the treatment of DKA and HHS. What crucial parameters must be monitored to ensure optimal patient outcomes?