The nurse is caring for a patient with Graves disease. On which laboratory value should the nurse focus for this patient?
A. Calcium
B. Cortisol
C. Urine-specific gravity
D. Thyroid antibodies
Answer: D
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While assessing the patient's current medications, the nurse recognizes that interactions may occur with which drugs? (Select all that apply.) a. Antihistamines b. Opioids c. Diuretics d. Anticoagulants e. Oral contraceptives f. Insulin
A patient with Crohn disease underwent a bowel diversion. The distal portion of the colon was not removed, allowing it time to rest and heal. A nurse identifies that this type of bowel diversion is known as an
1. Ileostomy. 2. Colostomy. 3. Kock pouch. 4. Continent ostomy.
If a liquid oxygen bottle tips over in the patient's room, you should
A) remove the patient and close the door. B) remain with the patient and call for help. C) pick the bottle up and set it upright. D) leave the room as quickly as possible.
Which statement best describes certification for advanced practice nurses?
A) This group was the first to use certification to demonstrate advanced knowledge. B) The individual must possess a doctoral degree to take the certification examination. C) Certification for advanced practice is used in addition to a second licensure for practice. D) Advanced practice certification is considered voluntary.