Medical-Surgical Exam 2024/2025 Guarantee A+

Medical-Surgical Exam 2024/2025 Guarantee A+ 2. A client has taken steroids for 12 years to help manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). When making a home visit, which nursing function is of greatest importance to this client? Assess the client's a. pulse rate, both apically and radially. b. blood pressure, both standing and sitting. c. temperature. d. skin color and turgor. - C Rationale It is very important to check the client's temperature. Long term use of steroids use COPD clients is effective in suppressing inflammation in their airways making it easier for them to breath, but at the same time suppresses the immune system, placing the client at risk for infection. 1. A client with diabetes mellitus is experiencing polyphagia. Which outcome statement is the priority for this client? a. Fluid and electrolyte balance. b. Prevention of water toxicity. c. Reduced glucose in the urine. d. Adequate cellular nourishment. - D Rationale Diabetes mellitus Type 1 is characterized by hyperglycemia that precipitates glucosuria and polyuria (frequent urination), polydipsia (exces