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lilldybug07

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An older client with diabetes mellitus is more likely to experience hypoglycemic episodes if the client
 
  A) develops a urinary tract infection.
  B) skips a meal.
  C) takes snacks between meals and at bedtime.
  D) administers fast-acting insulin such as lispro (Humalog) before eating a meal.

Question 2

The nurse is concerned that an older patient is experiencing dysphagia. What did the nurse assess in this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Slurred speech
  2. Extreme lethargy
  3. Talking while eating
  4. Weak voice and cough
  5. Drooling saliva from the mouth


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xthemafja

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4,5
Rationale: Slurred speech is a manifestation of dysphagia.


lilldybug07

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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:D TYSM

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