The nurse is aware that the diagnostic level of a fasting blood glucose for a client with diabetes is:

A patient receives 20 units of Isophane Insulin Suspension (NPH) Insulin at 07:30. At what time are signs of hypoglycemia most likely to occur?

The nurse is evaluating the patient’s response to antibiotic therapy. Which data would indicate that the medication has been effective?

A patient diagnosed with diabetes has severe peripheral neuropathy resulting in numbness and reduced sensation of the feet.
What intervention should the nurse teach the patient to prevent injury as a result of this complication?

A client has just returned to the surgical unit following a femoral-popliteal bypass of the right leg. In which position should the nurse place the client?

The nurse is providing care for a client diagnosed with post-thrombotic syndrome who has a venous stasis ulcer. Which instructions should be given prior to discharge? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is caring for a patient who has peripheral arterial disease (PAD). What symptoms should the nurse expect to find in the early stage of the disease?

A patient has been receiving warfarin sodium 2.5 mg PO daily for four days and the International Normalized Ratio (INR) is 1.9. What should be the nurse’s next step?

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis who suddenly becomes short of breath, anxious, and restless.

The vital signs are: heart rate 130 beats/minute, respirations 42/minute, blood pressure 90/50, and pulse oximetry is 90%. An intravenous infusion of normal saline is running at 75ml/hr. The nurse elevates the head of the bed and applies nasal oxygen at 2L/min.

What action should the nurse take next?

The nurse is providing teaching to a client who is being discharged with a prescription for warfarin. Which information should be included in the teaching for this medication?