An 11 Year Old Is Newly Diagnosed with Type 1

question 39

Multiple Choice

An 11 year old is newly diagnosed with type 1 DM.Which classic symptoms should the nurse assess the patient for?

• A) Recurrent infections, visual changes, fatigue, and paresthesia
• B) Polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, and weight loss
• C) Vomiting, abdominal pain, sweet, fruity breath, dehydration, and Kussmaul breathing
• D) Weakness, vomiting, hypotension, and mental confusion

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