Surgery, radioactive iodine cocktail, and antithyroid drugs are used to treat ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
hyperthyroidism
Surgery, radioactive iodine cocktail, and antithyroid drugs such as propylthiouracil and methimazole (Tapazole) are used to treat hyperthyroidism.
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a. Since procreation is not an issue, you do not need to discuss this. b. Only discuss this topic if you are comfortable in doing so. c. Ask the patient if he or she wants to talk about sexuality. d. Sexuality is a basic human need and needs to be assessed.
When suicidal clients are admitted to a hospital, objects that can easily be used for self-harm are
removed from their possession. The rationale for this intervention is that a. the environment must be made completely safe. b. psychiatric clients cannot be trusted with dangerous objects. c. having to depend on staff to meet needs promotes a trusting relationship. d. removing known harmful objects conveys the staff's concern for client safety.
Which of the following statements by the nurse shows understanding of the competence framework?
a. "Competence development is the means by which the nurse gains knowledge, skills, and abilities.". b. "Competence development is the means by which the nurse's knowledge, skills, and abilities are tested.". c. "Competence development refers to health and conduct expectations of the nurse.". d. "Competence development refers to the nurse's ability to perform the functions of the nursing role.".
A quality care nurse assesses the care given by a hospice. Which of the following statements by the client best reflects dignified end-of-life care?
A) "I'm glad that my family is making all the decisions; it's too much for me." B) "I'm not ready to die yet; I've got a few more in me." C) "It is fine sharing a room; I like the company." D) "They listened to me and stopped the therapy."