All of the following are common signs/symptoms of Hyperglycemia?

Excessive hunger

Increased thirst

Sweaty skin

Increased urine production

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,D

A.   Excessive hunger is more commonly associated with hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), not hyperglycemia.
B.   When blood sugar levels are high, the kidneys work overtime to filter out the excess glucose, leading to increased urination and dehydration. This causes increased thirst.
C.   Sweaty skin is more often associated with hypoglycemia or other conditions like anxiety.
D.   As mentioned above, the kidneys work harder to eliminate excess glucose, leading to increased urine production.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. While the patient may experience pain, it is not the immediate priority. The primary concern is the possibility of the opioid effects returning, leading to respiratory depression.
B. Patient education is important, but it should be done after the patient is stable and out of immediate danger.
C. Building rapport is important, but the patient's immediate physiological needs take precedence.
D. Naloxone has a short half-life, meaning its effects can wear off before the opioid does. The patient needs to be closely monitored for signs of returning respiratory depression, which can be fatal.

A. "This medication can decrease my immune response" B. "This medication can increase my blood sugar levels" C. "I can have mouth sores while taking this medication" D. "I can have an increase in my heart rate while taking the medication"

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Albuterol is a bronchodilator, not an immunosuppressant.

B. While it's possible for some medications to affect blood sugar, albuterol is not known for this side effect.
C. Mouth sores are not a common side effect of albuterol.
D. One of the common side effects of albuterol is an increased heart rate (tachycardia).

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All of the following are common signs/symptoms of Hyperglycemia?

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