The nurse is providing education about pathophysiology and female hormones
The nurse poses this question: "Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) are products of which structure?" Which response made by one of the students best demonstrates understand-ing? a. Hypothalamus
b. Anterior pituitary gland
c. Posterior pituitary gland
d. Thyroid gland
B
FSH and LH are products of the anterior pituitary gland; no further teaching is required.
FSH and LH are not products of the hypothalamus, posterior pituitary gland, or thyroid gland; further teaching is necessary.
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1. A partial assessment. 2. Respiratory assessment. 3. Comprehensive assessment. 4. Emergency assessment.
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a. Let the person take the drug when she is ready. b. Check with the nurse. c. Remind the person that it is time to take the drug. d. Check the dosage.
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