_______________ is a rare iron metabolism disease characterized by iron deposits throughout the body, usually as a complication of one of the hemolytic anemias
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: Hemochromatosis
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a. learning about the actions, uses, doses, and toxicities of these agents. b. prescribing these agents when possible to ensure safe dosing. c. counseling patients to stop using herbal products to avoid toxic side effects. d. teaching patients that these products are unregulated and unsafe to use.
A gerontological nurse is presenting a nutritional seminar to a group of women at a local health food store. One of the students in her sixties tells the group that she fasts for 1 or 2 days a few times a year as part of a regular regimen
Which of the following statements is the first thing the nurse is most likely to say in this setting about fasting? A) "Fasting can increase macrophage activity.". B) "Fasting is recommended only for people under the age of 65.". C) "Fasting has a positive impact on the immune system and can promote healing.". D) "Fasting may be safe but requires a prior comprehensive history and physical exam.".
The nurse is caring for a patient who reports abruptly discontinuing his prescribed levothyroxine. Which clinical finding is most consistent with this behavior?
a. Seizures b. Extreme diarrhea c. Sudden hypertension d. Respiratory distress