A pregnant patient who has type 2 diabetes (NIDDM) may require ...

[jerry coleman]

A pregnant patient who has type 2 diabetes (NIDDM) may require insulin. When the patient asks the nurse why this is necessary, the nurse responds that:
 
  a. the growing baby will require more glucose.
  b. oral hypoglycemic agents may be teratogenic.
  c. increased hormone levels raise blood glucose.
  d. oral hypoglycemics do not reach the fetus.

Question 2

During a visit by the hospice nurse, an older adult Hispanic male patient dies. To honor the cultural traditions, the nurse should:
 
  a. have the body removed as quickly as possible.
  b. call the priest immediately.
  c. cover the face with a clean white cloth.
  d. provide time for lengthy family visitation.

[anyusername12131]

Answer to Question 1

B
Oral hypoglycemics are discontinued because of teratogenic effects.

Answer to Question 2

D
Hispanic tradition involves lengthy visitation from the immediate and extended family before the body is removed.

[jerry coleman]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[juliaf]

Great answer, keep it coming