An RN preceptor is reviewing blood sugar control with a newly graduated nurse. Which of the following represents the normal process of how the body regulates blood sugar levels:

As sugar levels in the blood rise, the pancreas releases Insulin to move sugar into the cells

The liver is the main organ of blood sugar control in the body

As sugar levels in the blood fall, the pancreas releases Insulin to move sugar into the cells

As sugar levels in the blood rise, the liver releases Glucagon to move sugar into the cells

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   When blood sugar levels increase, the pancreas releases insulin. Insulin helps glucose move from the bloodstream into the cells for energy.
B.   While the liver plays a crucial role in blood sugar regulation, the pancreas and its hormones, insulin and glucagon, are primarily responsible.
C.   When blood sugar levels fall, the pancreas releases glucagon, not insulin.
D.   Glucagon is released when blood sugar levels are low, not high.

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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).

A. Use the highest amount of oxygen available to administer to your patient B. Withhold the administration of oxygen to your patient at all times C. Titrate the Oxygen given by nasal cannula to sustain SpO2 between 88-92% D. Never use a Venturi mask with your COPD patient

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Over-oxygenation in COPD patients can suppress their respiratory drive, leading to carbon dioxide retention and respiratory acidosis.
B. Oxygen therapy is crucial for managing COPD exacerbations and improving quality of life.
C. The goal is to maintain oxygen saturation levels within this range to prevent hypoxemia without suppressing the respiratory drive.
D. Venturi masks can be used to deliver precise oxygen concentrations, which is often necessary for COPD patients.

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An RN preceptor is reviewing blood sugar control with a newly graduated nurse. Which of the following represents the normal process of how the body regulates blood sugar levels:

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A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has COPD and a new prescription for Albuterol. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

In patients with COPD, the body adapts by no longer using Carbon Dioxide levels as the trigger to take a breath, and instead will use low Oxygen levels. As a nurse, what would be the proper way to apply oxygen therapy to your COPD patient?

Correct Answer is C

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