When measuring the blood pressure of a patient with hypoparathyroidism, the nurse notes spasms of the patient's hand. How should the nurse document this finding?
A. Turner sign
B. Trousseau sign
C. Chvostek sign
D. Cullen sign
Answer: B
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a. Less anxiety b. More participation in care c. Less likelihood of complaints d. More compliance with treatment goals e. More satisfaction with treatment outcomes
The first 6 months have been shown to be the most stressful adjustment period for nurses
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A patient is beginning to display signs and symptoms of an antibody-mediated humoral response. Which of the following findings would be most consistent with this observation?
a. Antigen-presenting cells (APCs) b. T lymphocytes c. CD4 cells and macrophages d. Delayed-type hypersensitivity
Which of the following should the nurse instruct a middle-aged patient regarding health issues?
a. Breast self-examinations c. Hepatitis B vaccina-tion b. Testicular self-examinations d. Stress and illness are associated.