A nurse in a large university hospital has cared for several patients with endocrine disorders over the past year. For which of the following patients would a nursing diagnosis of disturbed body image be most likely applicable?
A) A man who was treated for Hashimoto's thyroiditis
B) A woman with a longstanding diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome
C) A woman whose diagnosis of Graves' disease required radioactive iodine therapy
D) A man who was diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism after neck surgery
B
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A nurse is providing oral care to a patient who is comatose. What action best addresses the patient's risk of tooth decay and plaque accumulation?
A) Irrigating the mouth using a syringe filled with a bacteriocidal mouthwash B) Applying a water-soluble gel to the teeth and gums C) Wiping the teeth and gums clean with a gauze pad D) Brushing the patient's teeth with a toothbrush and small amount of toothpaste
A 26-year-old man has presented to the emergency department (ED) stating that he has suffered a severe ankle sprain during a basketball game
The triage nurse is conducting a rapid assessment of the patient's ankle and is including assessment of neurovascular status. In an assessment of neurovascular status, what parameters does the nurse examine? Select all that apply. A) The temperature of the patient's foot and ankle B) The skin integrity of the patient's foot and ankle C) The color of the patient's foot and ankle D) The patient's ability to move his toes E) The passive range of motion of the patient's ankle
The normal female pelvis is termed a ____________________ pelvis
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Medications to suppress an idioventricular rhythm should generally be avoided
Indicate whether the statement is true or false