What is the priority nursing diagnosis in a 45-year-old man with Cushing's syndrome?
A. Risk for Injury related to decreased bone density
B. Disturbed Body Image related to change in appearance
C. Risk for Infection related to immunosuppression
D. Decreased Cardiac Output related to electrolyte imbalances
B
Excessive amounts of prolactin can cause galactorrhea in men or women. In addition, the exces-sive blood levels of prolactin inhibit gonadotropin-releasing hormone, suppressing testosterone production. Low circulating levels of testosterone allow breast development in men (gynecomas-tia).
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A nurse cares for a middle-aged male client who has irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The client states, "I have changed my diet and take bulk-forming laxatives, but my symptoms have not gotten better. I heard about a drug called Amitiza
Do you think it might help?" How should the nurse respond? a. "This drug is still in the research phase and is not available for public use yet." b. "Unfortunately, lubiprostone is approved only for use in women." c. "Lubiprostone works well. I will recommend this prescription to your provider." d. "This drug should not be used with bulk-forming laxatives."
A theory of communication that emphasizes the three ways to communicate—hearing, seeing, and touching—is called _________________________
ANS:
Because the work of coping with deep-seated trauma is difficult and emotionally demanding, an environment must first be established in which clients can safely
1. establish control. 2. live through the day. 3. examine their conflicts. 4. relate to therapeutic others.
The nurse cares for a patient with lung cancer in a home hospice program. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Discuss cancer risk factors and appropriate lifestyle modifications. b. Encourage the patient to discuss past life events and their meaning. c. Teach the patient about the purpose of chemotherapy and radiation. d. Accomplish a thorough head-to-toe assessment several times a week.