Question 1
A patient is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis. The nurse realizes that which problem caused the cascade to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) to occur?
◦ Ketosis
◦ Dehydration
◦ Hypoglycemia
◦ Insulin deficiency
Question 2
The nurse explains the pathophysiology of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome (HHNS) to a group of clients. Which statement should the nurse include when teaching about this health problem?
◦ Results in cellular overhydration and interstitial space dehydration
◦ Causes a severe decline in glucose production, resulting in increased metabolic rates to burn fat for energy
◦ Causes severe dehydration from very high osmolarity
◦ Is accompanied by severe metabolic acidosis
The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
Cushing's Syndrome
Pathophysiology of DIC.
Down syndrome.
Responsibilities of the nurse manager
General adaptation syndrome.