A nurse is reviewing the history and physical of a client who has right ventricular heart failure.
Which of the following is an expected finding?

A. 3hr oral glucose tolerance test - This test is typically used for diagnosing gestational diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance, not for long-term management.

B. HbA1c - Hemoglobin A1c reflects the average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months and is a reliable indicator of long-term glycemic control.

C. Fasting blood glucose test - This provides a snapshot of blood glucose levels at a specific point in time and is not as reliable for assessing long-term glycemic control as HbA1c.

D. Urinalysis for ketones - Urinalysis for ketones is useful for detecting acute complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis but does not reflect long-term management of blood glucose levels.

A. Detaching the needle from the syringe before discarding it increases the risk of needlestick injuries and is not recommended.

B. Placing broken glass in a wastebasket increases the risk of injury to housekeeping staff; it should be disposed of in a puncture-proof container.

C. Recapping needles increases the risk of needlestick injuries and is not recommended unless there are no alternatives available.

D. Placing lancets in a puncture-proof container is the correct procedure for preventing puncture injuries, as it safely contains sharp objects and reduces the risk of accidental needlesticks.