Author Question: Why does the nurse instruct an 11-year-old diabetic child to use the side of the finger for blood ... (Read 26 times)

madam-professor · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Why does the nurse instruct an 11-year-old diabetic child to use the side of the finger for blood testing?

a. It has fewer capillaries.
b. It is easier to puncture.
c. It is less likely to become infected.
d. It has fewer nerve endings.

Question 2

The nurse discussed treatment of hypoglycemia with an adolescent. Which statement by the adolescent leads the nurse to determine the patient understood the instructions?

a. When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will eat six LifeSavers.
b. When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will give myself Lispro insulin.
c. When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will have a slice of cheese.
d. When my blood glucose is low or if I begin to feel hungry and weak, I will drink a diet soda.

jasonq · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The sides of the finger have fewer nerve endings and more capillaries but are not easier to puncture than the fingertip. The risk for infection is remote for either site.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The immediate treatment of hypoglycemia consists of administering sugar in some form such as orange juice, hard candy, or a commercial product. Cheese will eventually raise the blood glucose, but not as quickly as candy.