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james

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A client with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes mellitus is at high risk for acidosis because of which of the following?
 
  1. An elevated serum glucose level contributes to the osmotic retention of water.
  2. The body cannot quickly metabolize the body fat that is broken down for energy.
  3. The kidneys cannot excrete the excess glucose effectively.
  4. The liver continues to break down glycogen to glucose.

Question 2

For which of the following clients would a nurse routinely refer the client to the dietitian?
 
  1. 28-year-old male client with pressure ulcers
  2. 45-year-old female client admitted for an appendectomy
  3. 63-year-old female client receiving estrogen replacement therapy
  4. 81-year-old male client scheduled to undergo a total hip replacement


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aprice35067

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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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james

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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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