You are treating an unresponsive diabetic patient. You have administered 25 grams of 50 percent dextrose. Which of the following is MOST important that you recheck and document on your run report?
A) That your IV site was patent when dextrose was delivered
B) Results of repeated blood glucose check
C) Any change in mental status after drug administration
D) All of the above should be reassessed and documented.
D
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a. heart attack c. angina pectoris b. cardioversion d. congestive heart failure
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A 7-year-old child has an altered mental status, high fever, and a generalized rash. You perform your assessment and administer supplemental oxygen. En route to the hospital, you should be MOST alert for:
A: combativeness. B: convulsions. C: hypotension. D: respiratory distress.
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