Asked by Cassidy Hoeckendorf on Jul 22, 2024
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The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old child with type 1 diabetes. The nurse should teach the child to monitor for which manifestation of hypoglycemia?
A) Lethargy
B) Thirst
C) Nausea and vomiting
D) Shaky feeling and dizziness
Hypoglycemia
A condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose (sugar) in the blood, potentially leading to symptoms like dizziness and unconsciousness.
Shaky Feeling
A sensation of tremors or uncontrollable shaking, often resulting from anxiety, fear, exhaustion, or a medical condition.
- Become familiar with the approaches to tracking and treating diabetes mellitus and insipidus in young individuals.
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Daniella VoltaireJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Some of the clinical manifestations of hypoglycemia include shaky feelings; dizziness; difficulty concentrating, speaking, focusing, or coordinating; sweating; and pallor. Lethargy, thirst, and nausea and vomiting are manifestations of hyperglycemia.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the approaches to tracking and treating diabetes mellitus and insipidus in young individuals.
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