In the context of caring for a patient diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, which nursing assessment should be prioritized?

Choice A rationale

Hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar, is a condition that is most commonly seen in individuals with diabetes. Symptoms can include frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis.

Choice B rationale

Anemia is a condition characterized by a decrease in the total amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, or a lowered ability of the blood to carry oxygen. Symptoms can include fatigue, weakness, pale or yellowish skin, irregular heartbeats, shortness of breath, dizziness or lightheadedness, and chest pain.

Choice C rationale

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin, a hormone needed to allow sugar (glucose) to enter cells to produce energy. The far more common type 2 diabetes occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn’t make enough insulin.

Choice D rationale

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common condition in which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. If the nurse is reviewing the client’s medical records and actions to be taken, it is likely that the client is experiencing hypertension.

Choice A rationale

Facial edema, or swelling in the face, can be a sign of a serious complication during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia. Preeclampsia is a condition characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system, often the liver and kidneys.

Choice B rationale

Leukorrhea, or a thick, milky discharge from the vagina, is a common and normal symptom of pregnancy. It is not typically a sign of a complication.

Choice C rationale

Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms during the first trimester of pregnancy. However, severe or persistent nausea and vomiting can indicate a condition called hyperemesis gravidarum, which requires medical attention.

Choice D rationale

Urinary frequency is a common symptom during pregnancy and is not typically a sign of a complication.