Author Question: The nurse is testing the blood glucose levels of a client with a history of diabetes. The nurse ... (Read 78 times)

vicky · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is testing the blood glucose levels of a client with a history of diabetes.

The nurse has performed hand hygiene, checked the order, informed the client and turned on the monitor. After removing a test strip from the vial, the nurse should do which of the following?

A) Confirm that the strip and the meter share the same code.
B) Massage the client's finger toward the selected puncture site.
C) Cleanse the client's finger with alcohol.
D) Pierce the client's skin with the lancet.

Question 2

Which of the following nutritional guidelines should a nurse provide to a client who is entering the second trimester of her pregnancy?

A) You'll need to eat more calories and to make sure you eat a balanced diet high in nutrients.
B) Try to eat your normal number of calories, but aim to eat a diet that's higher in fruits and vegetables.
C) The more food energy you consume, the greater the chances that you will have a healthy pregnancy.
D) Maintain your regular calorie intake, but take some supplements and emphasize organic foods.

dpost18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
It is important to confirm that the code on the strip and the meter match. This should precede massaging and cleansing the client's finger or piercing his/her skin.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Nutrient needs during pregnancy increase to support growth and maintain maternal homeostasis, particularly during the second and third trimesters. During the last two trimesters, women of normal weight need approximately 300 extra calories per day. Key nutrient needs include protein, calories, iron, folic acid, calcium, and iodine. It would be inaccurate to encourage the client to maximize calorie intake.