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During a home visit an older patient demonstrates signs of hypoglycemia. For which situations should the nurse assess the patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. An illness
  2. Lack of sleep
  3. Missing a meal
  4. Unplanned exercise
  5. Too much medication

Question 2

An older client is prescribed the medication alendronate (Fosamax). Instructions to the client should include
 
  A) taking the medication along with a calcium supplement at the same time.
  B) taking the medication with breakfast.
  C) remaining upright for 30 minutes after taking the medication.
  D) taking the medication with 8 ounces of milk.



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Answer to Question 1

1,3,4,5
Rationale: Hypoglycemia can be caused by the onset of an illness that alters the patient's metabolic needs.

Answer to Question 2

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RRMR

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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