An Adolescent Diabetic Is Admitted to the Emergency Department for Treatment

question 28

Multiple Choice

An adolescent diabetic is admitted to the emergency department for treatment of hyperglycemia and pneumonia.What are characteristics of diabetic hyperglycemia?

• A) Cold, clammy skin and lethargy
• B) Hunger and hypertension
• C) Thirst, being flushed, and fruity breath
• D) Disorientation and pallor

Know how to safely assist patients using ambulatory aids.

Apply principles of ergonomics and body mechanics in a healthcare setting.

Understand the relationship between posture and effective body mechanics.

Describe techniques to maintain a safe home environment for users of mobility aids.

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Definitions:

Formal Organization

An organized structure of roles and procedures designed to achieve specific goals, typically characterized by a clear hierarchy and regulations.

Emblem

A symbolic object or design that represents a concept, group, or entity.

Illustrator

A professional or artist who creates visual representations to accompany, explain, or decorate written text or ideas.

Emotional Timing

The appropriate and strategic expression of emotions according to the situation, potentially affecting interpersonal relations and communication.