Which of the following previous medical conditions would indicate ...

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Which of the following previous medical conditions would indicate a patient at risk for developing HIT?
 
  a. Sepsis
  b. Deep vein thrombosis
  c. Cardiac arrest
  d. Pneumonia

Question 2

A patient with diabetic ketoacidosis has an insulin drip infusing, and the nurse has just administered subcutaneous insulin. The nurse is alert for signs of hypoglycemia, which would include
 
  a. Kussmaul respirations and flushed skin.
  b. irritability and paresthesia.
  c. abdominal cramps and nausea.
  d. hypotension and itching.

[owenfalvey]

Answer to Question 1

B
Ascertaining a medical history that includes previous heparin therapy, deep vein thrombosis, or cardiovascular surgery that included the use of cardiopulmonary bypass can alert the nurse to potential problems.

Answer to Question 2

B
Irritability and paresthesia are seen in hypoglycemia.