Which of the following assessment findings characterize thyroid storm?
a) increased body temperature, decreased pulse, and increased blood pressure
b) increased body temperature, increased pulse, and increased blood pressure
c) increased body temperature, decreased pulse, and decreased blood pressure
d) increased body temperature, increased pulse, and decreased blood pressure
Answer: b) increased body temperature, increased pulse, and increased blood pressure
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A 70-year-old man has a blood pressure of 150/90 mm Hg in a lying position, 130/80 mm Hg in a sitting position, and 100/60 mm Hg in a standing position. How should the nurse evaluate these findings?
a. These readings are a normal response and attributable to changes in the patient's position. b. The change in blood pressure readings is called orthostatic hypotension. c. The blood pressure reading in the lying position is within normal limits. d. The change in blood pressure readings is considered within normal limits for the patient's age.
Order: Humulin NPH 12 units and Humulin regular 4 units subcutaneous in PM. What is the total insulin dose? _______________
a. 12 units b. 15 units c. 16 units d. 14 units
A client tells you during her admission assessment that she is taking several herbs and supplements. She states she read a theory about how this would help slow down the aging process. She asks you if you believe in this approach
In preparing to respond to her question, you would consider which of the following theories of aging? A) cross-link theory B) error theory C) free radical theory D) nutritional theory
Who researched culture and leadership resulting in the GLOBE research program?
a. Adler and Bartholomew b. Hofstede c. Lord and Maher d. House et al.