A nurse is caring for a client who is suspected of having a decreased thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Which symptom(s) should the nurse expect to see? Select all that apply
A) Depression
B) Fatigue
C) Decreased libido
D) Bulging eyes
E) Diarrhea
A, B, C
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A client undergoing hemodynamic monitoring after a myocardial infarction has a right atrial pressure of 0.5 mm Hg. What action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Level the transducer at the phlebostatic axis. b. Lay the client in the supine position. c. Prepare to administer diuretics. d. Prepare to administer a fluid bolus.
A pregnant woman has been brought to the emergency department by the rescue squad with symptoms of heat exhaustion after competing in an outdoor race on a hot day
Before discharge, the nurse teaches about appropriate exercise during pregnancy. The husband asks if the woman's having heat exhaustion will harm the baby. Which response by the nurse is most accurate? A. "Definitely; that's why pregnant women should not do aerobic exercise." B. "Fetal temperature depends on mom's temperature, so the fetus may be affected." C. "The baby is in a fluid environment and won't get overheated." D. "Yes, but if we rapidly cool mom down, there won't be any problems."
A new father is ready to take his wife and newborn son home. He proudly tells the nurse who is discharging them that within the next week he plans to start feeding the infant ce-real between breastfeeding sessions
The nurse can explain to him that beginning solid foods before 4 to 6 months may: a. Decrease the infant's intake of sufficient calories. b. Lead to early cessation of breastfeeding. c. Help the infant sleep through the night. d. Limit the infant's growth.
The nurse would recommend the use of which supplement as a primary prevention strategy to prevent neural tube defects with pregnant women?
A) Calcium B) Folic acid C) Vitamin C D) Iron