An intensive care nurse recognizes that there are numerous factors that contribute to a risk of unstable blood glucose levels in the acutely ill patient.
When planning care for patients in the ICU, what goal for blood glucose levels is appropriate for the majority of patients?
A) 80 to 110 mg/dL
B) 95 to 115 mg/dL
C) 105 to 130 mg/dL
D) 120 to 145 mg/dL
Question 2
An older adult patient has been admitted to the intensive care unit with urosepsis. As a consequence of this infection, the patient is experiencing low levels of cortisol.
What sequela of low cortisol should the nurse anticipate when planning this patient's care?
A) Low body temperature
B) Confusion
C) Hypertension
D) Increased intracranial pressure
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