An Elderly Client with Type 2 Diabetes Is Admitted to the Medical

An elderly client with type 2 diabetes is admitted to the medical unit due to urosepsis.  The client is wearing an insulin pump for continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion therapy.  The client's significant other reports that the client self-manages the insulin pump extremely well and keeps blood glucose in the specified target range.  What is the admitting nurse's priority action?

A) Assess the client's level of orientation
B) Assess the insulin pump infusion site
C) Check the prescribed insulin pump settings
D) Consult the diabetic resource nurse or educator

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