The nurse educated the patient with newly diagnosed diabetes. ...

[azncindy619]

The nurse educated the patient with newly diagnosed diabetes. Which of the learning outcomes would be appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) To demonstrate the correct method of blood glucose testing
  B) To demonstrate the proper technique for administration of antidiabetic medication
  C) To lose 5 lb a week for the next 52 weeks
  D) To remain with heart rate within normal limits
  E) To verbalize understanding of diabetes and its management

Question 2

Which of the following outcomes do day treatment and day hospital programs facilitate?
 
  A) Provision of social services to elderly patients
  B) Early discharge from hospitals and nursing homes
  C) Transition of the terminally ill to hospice care
  D) Access of gerontological nurses to the elderly population

[josephsuarez]

Answer to Question 1

A, B, E
Feedback:
Weight loss of 1 to 2 lb a week is suggested if indicated, and no direct cardiovascular effects are expected. Heart rate is not related to this learning outcome.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Day treatment and day hospital programs offer social and health services, with a primary focus on the latter. Used as alternatives to hospitalization and nursing home placement, they can facilitate early discharge from these care settings.