9.7 Learning Activities
Exercises
Case Study 1
Ms. J.S. is a 45-year-old woman who was admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of severe asthma exacerbation. She has a history of asthma and has been using her inhaler more frequently in the past week due to worsening symptoms. Upon admission, she was started on prednisone therapy.
- What is prednisone, and how does it work?
- What are the potential side effects of prednisone therapy?
- How should prednisone therapy be administered?
- What monitoring should be done during prednisone therapy?
- What health teaching should be provided regarding prednisone therapy?
Case Study 2
Mr. D.K. is a 65-year-old male who has a long-standing history of type 2 diabetes mellitus. He is currently being managed with both metformin and insulin therapy. He presents to the clinic for a routine follow-up appointment.
- What is the role of metformin in diabetes management?
- What is the role of insulin in diabetes management?
- What are the potential side effects of metformin and insulin therapy?
- How should Mr. D.K. be monitored while taking both metformin and insulin therapy?
- What health teaching should be provided regarding these medications?
Note: Answers to the Case Studies can be found in the “Answer Key” sections at the end of the book.
Test your clinical judgment with this NCLEX Next Generation-style bowtie question: Endocrine Assignment 1.[1]
Test your clinical judgment with this NCLEX Next Generation-style bowtie question: Endocrine Assignment 2.[2]