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rosent76

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The nurse is caring for a child admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis. Which clinical manifestation would the nurse most likely assess in this child?
 
  A) Pale and moist skin
  B) Red lips and fruity odor to breath
  C) Hyperactive and restless behavior
  D) Slow pulse and elevated blood pressure

Question 2

The caregiver of a child with type 1 diabetes mellitus states that the child is always hungry and eating but continues to lose weight. What is the caregiver describing to the nurse?
 
  A) Polyuria
  B) Pica
  C) Polyphagia
  D) Polydipsia


momtoalll

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


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