After recently being admitted to the emergency department with signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia, a 33-year-old man was subsequently diagnosed with diabetes.
The patient's blood sugars have been stabilized, and the man has begun diabetes education with a nurse educator. When working with this patient, the nurse educator should first:
A) Teach the patient about the essential concepts of nutrition
B) Explain the various insulin delivery devices to the patient
C) Ask the patient what questions he currently has about diabetes
D) Ascertain the patient's readiness and willingness to learn
Question 2
A patient has severe shoulder pain from subluxation of the shoulder is being cared for on the unit. To prevent further injury and pain, the nurse caring for this patient is aware of what?
A) Use of a sling should be avoided due to adduction of the affected shoulder.
B) Elevation of the arm and hand can lead to further complications associated with edema.
C) Passively exercising the affected extremity is avoided to minimize pain.
D) The patient should be taught to interlace fingers, place palms together, and slowly bring scapulae forward to avoid excessive force to shoulder.
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