Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
The client residing in a long-term care facility has type 2 DM and is sick with the stomach flu. The client's blood glucose is 245 mg/dL. Which action should the nurse take next?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The nurse should check the client's urine for ketones whenever the blood glucose level is greater than 240 mg/dL.