The nurse explains that the difference between diabetic ...

[torybrooks]

The nurse explains that the difference between diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) is that clients with HHS:
 
  1. do not manifest ketoacidosis.
  2. are dehydrated.
  3. are confused.
  4. have elevated glucose levels.

Question 2

Which drug would alter a client's ability to recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia?
 
  1. beta blockers
  2. antibiotics
  3. diuretics
  4. oral hypoglycemic agents

[ashely1112]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Clients with HHS do not experience ketoacidosis.
Rationale 2: Dehydration is a symptom of both disorders.
Rationale 3: Confusion is a symptom of both disorders.
Rationale 4: Elevated glucose levels are seen in both disorders.
Global Rationale: Clients with HHS do not experience ketoacidosis. Dehydration, confusion, and elevated glucose levels are seen in both disorders.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Beta blockers interfere with the symptoms of hypoglycemia, making it more difficult for the client to recognize symptoms.
Rationale 2: Antibiotics do not interfere with the symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Rationale 3: Diuretics do not interfere with the symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Rationale 4: Oral hypoglycemic agents do not interfere with the symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Global Rationale: Beta blockers interfere with the symptoms of hypoglycemia, making it more difficult for the client to recognize symptoms. Antibiotics, diuretics, and oral hypoglycemic agents do not have this adverse effect.

[torybrooks]

Excellent

[debra928]

Gracias!