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K@ · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse provides a program on self-management of diabetes for a group of senior citizens with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which participant statement indicates that additional education is needed?

1. I will keep some hard candy with me at all times.
2. I will start a walking program with my neighbors.
3. If I can't eat, I will call my doctor to see if I should take my insulin.
4. If I start to feel nervous, sweaty, or shaky, I will lie down and take a nap.

Question 2

The client is being seen at the physician's office for a routine physical examination. During the appointment, the client reports experiencing pain in the lower back since an automobile accident. The physician orders a computerized tomography test.

Which of the following informational statements by the nurse should be presented to the client?
A) An IV will be inserted to administer the isotopes prior to the scan.
B) You may hear clicking noise during the procedure and can wear ear plugs if you like.
C) The machine will rotate and provide 180-degree imagery to aid in the diagnostic process.
D) You will need to eat only clear liquids the evening prior to the test.

Silverbeard98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4
Rationale: The older patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus should be instructed to have a source of glucose readily available at all times in the event symptoms of hypoglycemia develop.

Answer to Question 2

C