Hypothyroidism in older clients
A) develops with sudden manifestations of confusion and ataxia.
B) is treated with daily subcutaneous injections of levothyroxine (Synthroid).
C) correlates with decreased blood levels of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and low levels of T3.
D) may cause manifestations of congestive heart failure, including cardiac enlargement.
D
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a. "You will be asked to drink a barium solution while x-rays are taken of your stomach." b. "The doctor will take a look inside your stomach using a tube with a light on the end of it." c. "A CT scan of your abdomen will show whether inflammation is present in your stomach." d. "A blood sample will be sent to the laboratory to determine whether you have a stomach infection or bleeding."
Before a client receives cardioversion, the nurse should ensure that the client
a. ate only a light breakfast. b. has signed a consent form. c. is not wearing jewelry. d. skipped today's digoxin dose.
Although all of the following are factors to consider when caring for patients with limited income, which one is the most important?
A) basic human needs may go unmet B) limited access to reliable transportation C) decreased access to healthcare services D) risk for increased incidence of disease
A myocardial infarction occurs when which of these are blocked?
A) lung B) ventricle C) aorta D) coronary arteries