Which of the Following Is Characteristic of a Patient with Hyperglycemia

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of a patient with hyperglycemia?

• A) Use of excessive amounts of insulin or lack of adequate food intake
• B) A "fruity" odor of the breath
• C) Cool, moist skin, agitated behavior, and increased heart rate
• D) Sudden onset of altered mental status

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Definitions:

Optimal Level of Arousal

The level of excitement or stimulation at which an individual performs best, varying from one person to another.

Glucose

A basic form of sugar that serves as a crucial source of energy in living beings and constitutes a part of numerous carbohydrates.

Gustatory Cortex

A region of the brain responsible for the perception of taste.

Genetic Predisposition

An inherited tendency to develop certain traits, conditions, or diseases.