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question 27

Multiple Choice

Ten hours after a client with 50% burns is admitted,her blood glucose level is 152 mg/dL.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Document the finding.
• B) Obtain a family history for diabetes.
• C) Repeat the glucose measurement.
• D) Stop IV fluids containing dextrose.

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