A client is in diabetic ketoacidosis, secondary to infection. As the condition progresses, which symptoms might the nurse see?

An attack of pancreatitis has been brought on by gallstones and gallbladder disease. The client will require reinforcement about the need to follow which type of diet?

The nurse is modifying the plan of care for a client who is recovering from acute pancreatitis. Which of these measures would be the most appropriate to include in the care plan?

Which test should a nurse expect to be ordered for a client with severe abdominal pain in the midepigastric region, back tenderness, nausea, and vomiting?

After undergoing a thyroidectomy, a client develops a positive Trousseau’s sign and muscle hyperexcitability, which can lead to tetany. These signs are caused by which of the following?

After undergoing a thyroidectomy, a client develops hypocalcemia and tetany caused by inadvertent damage to the parathyroid glands. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering?

The nurse is reviewing a client’s chart and notes a low serum calcium level. The nurse assesses the client and notes development of a carpopedal spasm when blood flow in the arm is occluded for a few minutes with a blood pressure cuff. The nurse interprets this as which sign?

A client is diagnosed with a somatotrophin-secreting tumor that could lead to development of acromegaly, Cushing’s syndrome, and hypopituitarism. Which gland is related to this tumor?

A nurse is providing teaching to a client with hypoparathyroidism. Which vitamin therapy should she include in her teaching?

Clients with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus may require which change to their daily routine during periods of infection?

The nurse admits a client whose initial laboratory tests reveal hyperphosphatemia and hypocalcemia. The nurse suspects which of the following disorders?

The nurse is providing education to a client who has been diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism. The nurse determines further teaching is necessary when the client states that they will continue to take:

The nurse is caring for a middle-aged athletic client with hyperparathyroidism. The client has been further diagnosed with kidney stones. The client is currently showing signs of apathy and depression, and despite the client’s athleticism, the nurse’s assessment finds flabby musculature. Based on the diagnosis and signs and symptoms, the nurse suspects which of the following conditions?

The nurse is preparing an insulin infusion for a client in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following would be the appropriate type of insulin to use for I.V. infusion?

The nurse and a nursing student are caring for a client who is diagnosed with hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state (HHS). The student asks the nurse how HHS differs from diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which is the correct reply by the nurse?

Which nursing diagnosis would have the highest priority for a client with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome (HHNS)?

The nurse is preparing to administer I.V. insulin to a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis. The client is at risk for which conditions?

The nurse is admitting a client with the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The nurse should anticipate administration of which of the following treatments?

The nurse is caring for a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus. At 3:00 a.m., the nurse finds the client manifesting mild confusion and diaphoresis and complaining of palpitations. Which of the following should the nurse do first?

The nurse is providing education about sick-day rules to a group of clients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following information is appropriate to include?

The home health nurse is visiting a new type 1 diabetic client and finds the client lethargic with very deep, rapid respirations. The client reports nausea and abdominal pain. The nurse observes dehydration, dry skin, and weight loss. The nurse suspects which of the following diabetic complications?

The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted with a diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The nurse is aware of possible complications related to fluid and electrolyte imbalances. Which of the following laboratory tests would be the priority to monitor as the client receives initial treatment of insulin and I.V. fluids?

A nurse is preparing to administer “Regular insulin 4 units subcutaneously” to a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which equipment does the nurse need to perform the injection?

The nurse checks on a diabetic client and finds the client lethargic, difficult to arouse, and profusely diaphoretic. The nurse immediately checks the client’s blood glucose and finds it to be 40 mg/dl. Which of the following interventions is the priority?

The nurse is caring for a 47-year-old client admitted with joint pain and weakness. The client describes a gradual coarsening of facial features and enlargement of hands and feet over the past year. The nurse is aware that these are early clinical manifestations of which condition?

A 48-year-old client has been admitted with complaints of acute abdominal pain in the midepigastric region, back tenderness, nausea, and vomiting. The nurse recognizes these findings to be associated with which condition?

A 55-year-old client is admitted with hyperthyroidism. What is the most important nursing intervention?

The serum calcium level of a client with hyperparathyroidism is 14.6 mg/dl. Which treatment should the nurse anticipate?

A client is exhibiting Kussmaul’s respirations, abdominal discomfort, and lethargy. If random serum glucose is 325 mg/dl, which additional test should be conducted?

The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the emergency department with weakness, thirst, and an inability to concentrate. Laboratory results show a serum glucose of 712 mg/dl, urine negative for ketones, and minimal electrolyte imbalance. For which diabetic complication should the client be evaluated?