In a patient with stress-induced adrenal insufficiency, what physical symptoms does the nurse expect?
A) Constant bradycardia
B) Lethargy and apathy
C) Acute severe pain
D) Edema and fluid overload
B
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What is the leading cause of fatal injury in children younger than 1 year old?
a. Burns b. Poisons c. Asphyxiation d. Motor vehicle accidents
The nurse determines that an older patient is at risk for periodontal disease. What risk factor did the nurse assess in this patient?
1. Takes calcium supplements 2. Experiences excessive saliva 3. Smokes two packs of cigarettes per day 4. Brushes teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush
The nurse has applied an aquathermia pad to a client's back. After 15 minutes of treatment, the client says that the pack no longer is warm, and asks the nurse to increase the temperature. How should the nurse evaluate this request?
A) Adaptation of the thermal receptors often results in the decreased sensation of warmth. B) This client might be experiencing a rebound effect from the application of moist heat. C) The aquathermia pad should be replaced with a standard hot pack. D) Since this client's thermal tolerance is higher than normal, increasing the temperature is necessary.
A nursing instructor is preparing a presentation on the etiology of Alzheimer's disease. When discussing the role of neurotransmitters in the course of the disease, which of the following would the instructor most likely emphasize?
A) Serotonin B) Acetylcholine C) Dopamine D) Norepinephrine