A nurse is caring for a client 2 hours after admission. The client has an SpO2 of 91%, exhibits audible wheezes, and is using accessory muscles when breathing. Which of the following classes medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Antibiotic
Antiviral
Beta-blocker
Beta2 adrenergic agonist
The Correct Answer is D
A. Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, not respiratory conditions like asthma.
B. Antivirals are used to treat viral infections, not respiratory conditions like asthma.
C. Beta-blockers can worsen asthma symptoms by constricting the airways. They would be contraindicated in this situation.
D. Beta2 adrenergic agonists are bronchodilators, which relax the muscles in the airways and make it easier to breathe. They are the first-line treatment for acute asthma attacks.
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Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]
Explanation
A. A low Hgb A1C means that the patient is hypoglycemic, and should drink grape juice. This is incorrect. A low Hgb A1C indicates good blood sugar control, not hypoglycemia.
B. An A1C of 6.5% or higher is diagnostic of diabetes
C. Hgb A1C result reveals the patient's average blood sugar over the last few months.
D. A Hgb A1C value of less than 5.7 is normal.
E. The Hgb A1C value is often used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for a Diabetic patient.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) is not directly related to LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, which are typically associated with cardiovascular health rather than T1DM.
B. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is not associated with waist size or ethnicity. Waist size and ethnicity are more relevant to Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, which is influenced by lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise.
C. ADH (antidiuretic hormone) primarily regulates water balance in the body and is not directly related to the pathogenesis of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.
D. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is indeed an autoimmune disorder. It is caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Genetic factors play a significant role in predisposing individuals to T1DM, and while stress may exacerbate symptoms, it is not the primary cause.
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