A patient is very lethargic. Vital signs include a blood pressure of 110/95 mm Hg and heart rate of 40 beats/min. The nurse would suspect
a. hypothyroidism. c. Addison disease.
b. Cushing syndrome. d. thyrotoxic crisis.
A
These are all signs of a decrease in the metabolic rate. The systolic blood pressure is decreased, and the diastolic is increased, resulting in a narrowed pulse pressure.
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In a client with leukemia, why does the nurse encourage the client to use electric razors?
A) Trauma and microabrasions may contribute to anemia. B) Fragile tissues and altered clotting mechanisms may result in hemorrhage. C) The client is at risk for spontaneous and uncontrolled bleeding. D) The client is at risk for infection from microorganisms.
Which of the following assessment findings are most important in determining the presence of alcohol dependency in a client? Select all that apply
A) Patterns of use B) Weight loss C) Fluctuation in appetite D) Absenteeism from work E) Blurred vision F) Blackouts
A 3-year-old child has been admitted to the hospital after an automobile accident. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to the parents about the type of behavior they can expect their child to display while hospitalized?
A) "Your child may not be able to accept how the injury has changed your child's appearance." B) "Your child may seem unduly anxious in the presence of strangers." C) "Your child may experience some guilt feelings associated with the accident." D) "Your child will exhibit intermittent periodic mood swings of brief duration."
Quantitative nurse researchers typically develop a detailed data collection plan. At one point is this plan implemented?
A) Before beginning data collection B) During data collection C) After data collection D) Before beginning and during data collection