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j.rubin

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse suspects the diabetic patient may be having a hypoglycemic reaction when what manifestation is assessed?
 
  A) Dry, flaky skin
  B) Diaphoresis
  C) Flushing of the face
  D) Fruity breath

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a very anxious 33-year-old female patient scheduled for abdominal surgery today.
 
  The patient says the anesthesiologist said she would receive succinylcholine (Anectine) during surgery and asks the nurse how long it will take before the medicine starts to work. What is the nurse's best response? A) 1 to 2 minutes
  B) 30 to 60 seconds
  C) 5 to 10 minutes
  D) 30 minutes


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chloejackso

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
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Diaphoresis and cool clammy skin are signs of hypoglycemia. A fruity breath is seen with ketoacidosis. Flushing of the face is associated with hyperglycemia.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Succinylcholine has an onset of action of 30 to 60 seconds. The other options are incorrect.


j.rubin

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

ultraflyy23

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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