All of the following predispose to the development of nontoxic goiter EXCEPT:
A. Increased hormone requirements B. Iodine deficiency C. An excess of dopamine D. Deficiency of enzymes required for synthesis of thyroid hormone or ingestion of substances that interfere with the function of these enzymes
C
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You are caring for a 14-year-old female patient with leukemia. She has developed alopecia due to treatment for the leukemia. What would be an expected outcome found on her plan of care?
A) Maintains adequate hydration B) Interacts and socializes with others C) Verbalizes positive self-awareness D) Maintains academic standing in school
The community health nurse is presenting an educational event for a local corporation. The subject is varicose veins, their treatment and prevention
What should the nurse tell the employees of the corporation, ages 18 to 65, about the prevention of varicose veins? A) Walk at least ½ mile every day. B) Gymnastics is a good exercise. C) Take the escalator instead of the stairs. D) Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
The biological theory of aging uses a genetic perspective and suggests that aging is a programmed process in which
a. each person will age exactly like those in the previous generation b. a "biological clock" ticks off a predetermined number of cell divisions c. genetic traits can overcome environmental influences d. age-related physical changes are controlled only by genetic factors
MC The nurse is working in a clinic whose clientele has existing liver disease. The nurse knows that these clients need which of the following immunizations?
A. Rubella B. Pneumococcal C. Meningococcal D. Varicella