The nurse is measuring her patient's blood glucose levels after ...

[notis]

The nurse is measuring her patient's blood glucose levels after an acute myocardial infarction (MI). She knows the rationale for doing this is:
 
  a. damaged muscle tissue releases glucose.
  b. corticosteroids increase glucose.
  c. myocardial infarctions are often seen in diabetics.
  d. all patients should have their blood glucose checked.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching her patient about the difference between mild anxiety and moderate anxiety. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further education?
 
  a. Mild anxiety can help me remember things.
  b. Moderate anxiety will narrow my focus.
  c. Mild anxiety will help me be creative.
  d. Moderate anxiety will increase my perception.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The endocrine system responds to stress on the body such as what happens during an acute MI. Corticosteroids are important in the stress response because they increase serum glucose levels and inhibit the inflammatory response. Although MIs can be seen in diabetics, there is nothing to indicate this patient is diabetic. All patients do not routinely have their blood glucose checked regularly.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Moderate anxiety narrows a person's focus, dulls perception, and may challenge a person to pay attention or use appropriate problem-solving skills. Mild anxiety can be motivational, foster creativity, and actually increase a person's ability to think clearly.

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