When teaching the client about the advantages of using an insulin ...

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When teaching the client about the advantages of using an insulin pump, the nurse should include:
 
  a. that it provides less expensive management for diabetes.
  b. that the client will experience moderate weight gain.
  c. that it allows the client flexibility in when and what he or she eats.
  d. that required training is minimal.

Question 2

When evaluating the electrolyte levels of a client experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), the nurse would be most concerned about which finding?
 
  a. sodium level > 145 mEq/L c. potassium 3.1 mEq/L
  b. sodium level 133 mEq/L d. potassium 5.2 mEq/L

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: It actually is more expensive.
B Incorrect: This is a disadvantage of using an insulin pump.
C Correct: This is an advantage of using an insulin pump.
D Incorrect: It requires at least a full day of training.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is highly unlikely to occur in this client.
B Incorrect: Although indicative of hyponatremia, the level is not far from the normal.
C Correct: Hypokalemia is the most serious electrolyte imbalance associated with DKA and this level is significant when compared to the normal level of 3.5-5 mEq/L.
D Incorrect: This is highly unlikely to occur in this client.

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