In order to monitor serum levels of cortisol and ACTH of a patient who is on glucocorticoid therapy, the nurse will coordinate which of the following?
A) A blood test
B) A 24-hour urine collection
C) A 12-hour urine collection
D) A metabolic panel
B
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Which action is an example of a person attempting to maintain homeostasis as a newcomer in a community?
a. Joins a local church b. Buys a new car c. Stays in his or her apartment watching television d. Spends hours writing e-mail messages to old friends
A patient presents at the walk-in clinic complaining of diarrhea and vomiting. The patient has a history of adrenal insufficiency. Considering the patient's history and current symptoms, what would the nurse instruct the patient?
A) Increase his intake of sodium until the gastrointestinal symptoms improve B) Increase his intake of potassium until the gastrointestinal symptoms improve C) Increase his intake of glucose until the gastrointestinal symptoms improve D) Increase his intake of calcium until the gastrointestinal symptoms improve
Which statement made by a patient with a biventricular pacemaker indicates that more teaching is needed?
A) "My right ventricle contracts at the same time as the left ventricle." B) "This type of pacemaker mimics normal cardiac function." C) "Biventricular pacing decreases regurgitation of my mitral valve." D) "This pacemaker can deliver a shock if I develop a life-threatening heart rhythm."
The goal for persons with developmental disabilities is:
a. To live independently b. Independence to the extent possible c. Financial independence d. Education and job training