A nurse is providing teaching for a client who is newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and wants to better understand the pathophysiology of diabetes. Which of the following statements is correct?

"Lifestyle changes cannot help this diagnosis because it is most likely genetic.'

"Your body produces some insulin but not enough to help move glucose into the cells."

"Your cells have become resistant to glucose and you will have to change your diet."

"Your body does not produce any insulin, so your cells cannot absorb glucose.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A- Type 2 diabetes is multifactorial- both genetic and lifestyle have a role in its development. Individuals with a positive family history for diabetes are more likely to develop the illness. Exposure to sedentary lifestyle increases the risk even more in these individuals.

This condition is characterized by insulin resistance, where the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, and by a relative insulin deficiency, where the pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin for the body's needs. Lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, can be very effective in managing type 2 diabetes because they can improve the body's sensitivity to insulin and help control blood glucose levels.

Describes type 1 diabetes, where the pancreas produces little to no insulin, which is different from type 2 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes the body produce insulin but is either inadequate or there is increased tissues resistance to insulin

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Rationale- When administering morphine intravenously, it is essential to have an opioid antagonist available to reverse the effects of opioids in case of an overdose or adverse reaction. Naloxone is the medication typically used for this purpose. It can quickly reverse the effects of morphine, making it an essential safety measure during opioid administration.

A Neostigmine is used to reverse the effects of certain muscle relaxants,

B Protamine is used to reverse the effects of heparin, and

D Flumazenil is used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines, none of which are relevant in the context of morphine administration.

D-Flumazenil is an antidote for benzodiazepine

A. Blurred vision B. Constipation C. Bleeding D. Insomnia

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Aspirin can cause gastrointestinal irritation and increase the risk bleeding due to its effect on platelet aggregation. While other side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, and heartburn are common, bleeding is a serious side effect that requires close monitoring.

A, B, D It is less likely for aspirin to cause blurred vision, constipation, or insomnia as direct adverse effects. Aspirin has antiplatelet effects which increases risk of bleeding

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