Author Question: The nurse explains that the difference between diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar ... (Read 52 times)

torybrooks · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

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 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

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.