Chronic thyroiditis is caused by an autoimmune-mediated destruction of the thyroid gland
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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The nurse cannot advance the small-bore intestinal feeding tube into the client's oropharynx. Which does the nurse implement to facilitate tube advancement without complications?
1. Attempt to insert the tube into the other naris. 2. Advance stylet and then thread the tube over it. 3. Remove stylet, check it for kinks, and reinsert it. 4. Use another stylet to move the tube into position.
Restraints can be ordered:
a. After all other measures fail to protect the person b. When the family requests them c. To control or prevent a behavior d. When the least restrictive method is available
The nurse in the ED is caring for a patient recently admitted with a likely myocardial infarction. The nurse understands that the patient's heart is pumping an inadequate supply of oxygen to the tissues. For what health problem should the nurse assess?
A) Dysrhythmias B) Increase in blood pressure C) Increase in heart rate D) Decrease in oxygen demands
The nurse is percussing over the client's symphysis pubis area and notes a dull tone. Which conclusion by the nurse is the most appropriate based on the data?
1. He or she is assessing the right kidney. 2. A full bladder. 3. A bladder tumor. 4. Air trapped in the intestines.