Multiple Choice
A diagnosis of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic coma ( HHNC ) is made for a patient with type 2 diabetes who is brought to the emergency department in an unresponsive state. The nurse will anticipate the need to
A) give 50% dextrose as a bolus.
B) insert a large-bore IV catheter.
C) initiate oxygen by nasal cannula.
D) administer glargine ( Lantus ) insulin.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q28: The health care provider suspects the Somogyi
Q29: Intramuscular glucagon is administered to an unresponsive
Q30: Which patient statement after the nurse has
Q31: Which patient action indicates a good understanding
Q32: A diabetic patient is admitted with ketoacidosis
Q34: A patient with newly diagnosed type 2
Q35: The nurse has been teaching the patient
Q36: A patient with type 2 diabetes is
Q37: A pregnant patient who has no personal
Q38: Which information about a patient who receives