Which of the following signs of hyperthyroidism commonly manifest in younger populations, but is notably lacking in the elderly?
A. Weight gain
B. Constipation
C. Bradycardia
D. Exophthalmos
D
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a. A 36-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) b. A 42-year-old man recovering from coronary artery bypass graft surgery c. A 59-year-old woman recovering from a hysterectomy d. An 80-year-old man with a bacterial infection of the respiratory tract e. An 88-year-old woman with a stage III sacral ulcer
Aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) interact with warfarin (Coumadin) resulting in which of the actions?
A. increased action of warfarin (Coumadin) B. increased action of aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) C. decreased action of aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) D. decreased action of warfarin (Coumadin)
The school nurse learns that since the death of their youngest son, Mr. and Mrs. Jones have been missing work enough to face disciplinary action. The surviving children, aged 8 and 10 years, are having to make their own dinners as best they can
The school nurse notices that the children are wearing dirty clothes and sometimes are inadequately clothed. Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority in this situation? a. Caregiver role strain b. Interrupted family processes c. Compromised resilience d. Dysfunctional family processes
Which of the following would you suggest to a pregnant woman who follows a vegetarian diet?
A) Include at least one serving of meat daily. B) Anticipate needing a vitamin B12 supplement during pregnancy. C) Be careful not to eat more than four servings of fruit daily. D) Discontinue a vegetarian diet for the remainder of pregnancy.