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EY67

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A major concern for the diabetic patient who is pregnant is the effect her blood glucose control has on the fetus. The fetus is totally dependent on the mother for this control because insulin:
 
  a. requirements are higher.
  b. is destroyed by the placenta.
  c. does not cross the placenta.
  d. is absorbed by the fetus.

Question 2

The hospice nurse recommends that the patient prepare the document that provides guidance to the family concerning the patient's wishes regarding life-support measures and organ donation. This document is called a(n):
 
  a. power of attorney.
  b. living will.
  c. advance directive.
  d. conservatorship.


lcapri7

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

C
Insulin will not cross the placenta, but high glucose levels do.

Answer to Question 2

C
An advance directive is a document prepared while the patient is alive and competent.


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