The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a History

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of type I diabetes. Which assessment finding indicates to the nurse that the patient may not be compliant with his diabetic treatment regimen?

• A) The patient is always thirsty and frequently voids very large amounts of urine.
• B) The patient's urine is very concentrated with a dark amber color.
• C) The patient complains of throbbing flank pain and burning with urination.
• D) The patient has urinary hesitancy and difficulty initiating a stream of urine.

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, where vivid dreaming often occurs, and considered important for processing emotions and memories.

Slow-Wave Sleep

A deep sleep stage characterized by slow brain waves, where recovery and growth tend to happen.

Conscious Awareness

The state of being awake and aware of one’s surroundings, thoughts, and experiences.

Circadian Rhythms

The regulation of biological cycles into regular, daily patterns.