Adult health / medical-surgical nursing · practice question
A 45-year-old client in the emergency department is being evaluated for uncontrolled hyperglycemia. Assessment data include urine output 15 mL/hr for 2 hours with rising creatinine. Which action is appropriate within the RN scope of practice?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. Assess, analyze cues, implement nursing interventions per orders, teach, evaluate outcomes, and question unsafe orders.
Why
RNs assess, coordinate care, teach, and evaluate. Diagnosis and prescribing are provider responsibilities.
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