The Nurse Notes That a Patient Who Was Admitted with Diabetic

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse notes that a patient who was admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis has rapid, deep respirations. Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Notify the patient's health care provider.
• B) Give the prescribed PRN lorazepam (Ativan).
• C) Start the prescribed PRN oxygen at 2 to 4 L/min.
• D) Encourage the patient to take deep, slow breaths.

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