ATI LPN Paediatrics II proctored exam
A nurse is teaching the parents of a child who has diabetes mellitus about the manifestations of hypoglycemia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Dry mucous membranes. Associated with dehydration, not hypoglycemia. B. Diaphoresis. Sweating (diaphoresis) is a common symptom of hypoglycemia due to the body’s response to low blood glucose levels. C. Polyuria. Associated with hyperglycemia, where there is an excess of glucose leading to increased urine output. D. Fruity breath odor. Indicates ketosis, which is a sign of hyperglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis, not hypoglycemia.
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