The nurse is reviewing the health history of a patient. Which finding is most linked to the probability of developing Graves' disease?
a. Smoking
b. Long-term use of birth control pills
c. Habitual excessive alcohol consumption
d. Use of herbal remedies, such as St. John's wort
A
Primary hyperthyroidism is also known as Graves' disease or toxic goiter. Medications containing iodine, such as amiodarone (an antidysrhythmic heart medication), can predispose to hyper-thyroidism. In addition, it has been discovered recently that people who smoke have nearly twice the risk of developing hyperthyroidism when compared with nonsmokers.
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A) Block absorption of fats B) Directly stimulate the nerve plexus in the intestinal wall C) Form a slippery coat on the contents of intestine D) Increase motility, increase fluid, and enlarge bulk of fecal matter
The nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia who is recovering from open abdominal surgery. The nurse observes the patient grimacing and guarding his abdomen. From the information provided, what priority nursing diagnosis will the nurse formulate
1. Disturbed thought processes due to surgery, evidenced by tachycardia and tachypnea. 2. Acute pain due to surgery, evidenced by facial grimacing, tachycardia, and tachypnea. 3. Acute pain caused by surgery, manifested by facial grimacing, tachycardia, and tachypnea. 4. Disturbed thought processes caused by schizophrenia, manifested by tachycardia and tachypnea.
Which of the following sexual history questions best demonstrates an appropriate nursing approach to effective assessment of the patient's need for further information?
A) "Are you involved in an intimate relationship at this time?" B) "How many sexual partners have you had?" C) "What questions or concerns do you have about your sexual health?" D) "Have you ever been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease?"
Which nursing action would be most appropriate to assist a preschool-age child in coping with the emergency department experience?
a. Explain the procedures and give the child some time to prepare. b. Remind the child that she is a big girl. c. Avoid the use of bandages. d. Use positive terms and avoid terms such as "shot" and "cut.".