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naturalchemist

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A type 1 diabetic patient on insulin reports taking propranolol for hypertension. This provokes the concern that:
 
  1. the beta blocker can produce insulin resistance.
  2. the two agents used together will increase the risk of ketoacidosis.
  3. propranolol will increase insulin requirements because of receptor blocking.
  4. the beta blocker can mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia.

Question 2

An adolescent patient with type 1 diabetes experiences a severe hypoglycemic reaction in the clinic. Before providing orange juice, the nurse should:
 
  1. start an IV.
  2. obtain a stat serum calcium level.
  3. check the gag reflex.
  4. consult the dietician.


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enass

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3


naturalchemist

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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