Diabetes Drugs & Nursing Know-How: Can You Ace This Quiz?

Diabetes Drugs & Nursing Know-How: Can You Ace This Quiz?

A patient received 6 units of regular insulin three hours ago. Which observation would cause the greatest concern for the nurse?

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Correct Incorrect Symptoms such as diaphoresis (excessive sweating) and trembling signal hypoglycemia and should be treated promptly to avoid serious complications.

A patient received 6 units of regular insulin three hours ago. Which observation would cause the greatest concern for the nurse?

  • Kussmaul respirations and diaphoresis
  • Anorexia and lethargy
  • Diaphoresis and trembling
  • Headache and polyuria
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