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theo

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Why should the nurse counsel an older patient with a history of occasional high blood glucose levels to stop smoking?
 
  1. To prevent insulin resistance
  2. To prevent the loss of additional weight
  3. To reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus
  4. To ensure that blood glucose levels will remain within normal limits

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a client about bladder training after a surgical procedure designed to reduce urinary incontinence. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching provided?
 
  A) I should try to see how long I can hold my urine before voiding.
  B) Research has not supported theories linking dietary intake to bladder irritation.
  C) I should force fluids to promote my bladder to hold more urine.
  D) I will gradually space my voiding times to longer periods.



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Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale: Smoking does not cause insulin resistance. Smoking is one of five lifestyle factors that will reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Answer to Question 2

D



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