Author Question: The nurse is preparing to admit a school-age client for treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). On ... (Read 121 times)

folubunmi · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is preparing to admit a school-age client for treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). On what should the nurse focus for this client's care?

Select all that apply.
A) Peripheral perfusion
B) Fluid volume overload
C) Frequent blood glucose monitoring
D) Intravenous fluid infusions
E) Insulin infusion

Question 2

The nurse is teaching an older adult client, and caregiver, regarding appropriate ways to decrease the client's risk for falls. Which interventions are appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching session?

Select all that apply.
A) Start aerobic exercises daily.
B) Wear sensible shoes with good support when shopping.
C) Wear socks when walking in the kitchen.
D) Encourage the use of throw rugs throughout the home.
E) Make sure hallways and stairways have adequate lighting, even at night.

chinwesucks · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B, C, D, E

For the child experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis, frequent blood sugar monitoring, IV fluids, and insulin drips for treatment mandate that the child be cared for in an Intensive Care environment until stabilized. The child will be dehydrated and most likely will not need treatment for fluid volume overload. The child has not lost any blood volume, so peripheral perfusion will most likely not be a concern.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B, E

Interventions that are appropriate to decrease this client's risk for falls include wearing sensible shoes with good support when shopping and making sure hallways and stairways have adequate lighting, even at night. A mild to moderate exercise program is appropriate to improve balance and strength. Nonslip footwear should be encouraged. Throw rugs should be discouraged.