The Nurse Identifies That a Patient with Type 2 Diabetes

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse identifies that a patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus is at risk for developing hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome (HHNS) . Which health problem did the nurse identify in the patient? Select all that apply.

• A) Patient recovering from surgery
• B) Patient prescribed prednisone
• C) Patient receiving antibiotics for a skin infection
• D) Patient receiving NSAIDs
• E) Patient receiving enteral supplements

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