The nurse explains to an older patient that the assessment of her thyroid health will require both a physical examination as well as laboratory test because
a. thyroid studies are less accurate in older adults.
b. symptoms are similar to those caused by various infections.
c. thyroid problems can be present without overt symptoms.
d. T3 levels are normally increased during aging.
C
The presence of thyroid disease in older adults can be difficult to determine and can be present without overt symptoms. Classic signs of thyroid disorders seen in younger adults are often ab-sent or clouded because of concomitant illnesses in older adults. The other options are not correct statements.
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A) Elevate the arm above the shoulder 3 to 4 times daily B) Avoid moving the elbow, wrist, and fingers for about 2 months C) Engage in active range of motion using the affected bone D) Use the arm for light activities within the range of motion
In a client with less than the normal amount of bicarbonate in the blood and other extracellular fluids, what response does the nurse anticipate?
a. Increased risk for acidosis b. Decreased risk for acidosis c. Increased risk for alkalosis d. Decreased risk for alkalosis
Todd Bishop, a Crew Resource Management expert, developed a five-step assertive statement process that emphasizes inquiry and advocacy in effective communication. Which of the following is not one of this five-step process?
a. State your concern. b. State the problem as you see it. c. State a solution. d. State the need for your solution.
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a. oral analgesic 10 b. intramuscular (IM) analgesic 10 c. intravenous (IV) analgesic 2 to 5 d. muscle relaxant 10