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1|Page EVOLVE ELSEVIER HESI MED SURG EXAM|| ACCURATE AND FREQUENTLY TESTED QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|| LATEST AND COMPLETE UPDATE WITH EXPERT VERIFIED SOLUTIONS|| SURE PASS!! The nurse is providing care to a client admitted to the emergency room with a blood glucose level of 40 mg/dL and is semiconscious. What are the nurse's next actions? (Select all that apply.) -Start an IV of Normal Saline. -Obtain a 50% dextrose solution. -Administer glucagon as per the standing order. -Turn the client to the side. Rationale: Oral carbohydrates, such as sugar and honey, should never be given to the semiconscious or unconscious clients with low blood sugar levels, for concern for aspiration. Glucagon can be administered immediately, followed by starting an IV. Await the orders for the 50% dextrose solution. Place the client in a side lying position as there is a risk for vomiting and aspiration with these clients. An 81-year-old client has emphysema. The client lives at home with a cat and manages self-care with no difficulty. When making a home visit, the nurse notices that this client's tongue is somewhat cracked and his eyeballs appear sunken. Which nursing action is indicated? Help the client determine ways to increase fluid intake. Rationale: Clients with COPD should ingest 3 L of fluids daily but may experience a fluid deficit because of shortness of breath. The nurse should suggest creative methods