Which mineral is needed for thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) to stimulate the secretion of thyroid hormone (TH)?
a. Iron
b. Zinc
c. Iodide
d. Copper
Ans: c. Iodide
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Family members of a dying patient are arguing about terminating life support. The nurse educates the two opposing groups individually about terminating life support and discusses the dying process. This is an example of ____
a. Delegation b. Direct intervention c. Indirect intervention d. Purposeful inaction
The nurse is teaching a client to self-administer subcutaneous heparin at home. What does the nurse include in client teaching?
1. Use a 22-gauge, 1-inch needle for the heparin injections. 2. Change needles after withdrawing the heparin from the vial. 3. Instruct the client and family to recap all needles used at home. 4. Grab a large pinch of skin and inject heparin into center of skinfold.
A client tells a nurse that he does not think he can have the recommended heart surgery because transfusions are against his religion. What is the best response of the nurse in this situation?
A) Tell the client that the surgery is necessary to keep him alive and is the only choice. B) Obtain all the information needed for the client to make an informed decision. C) Prepare the client for a visit from his spiritual advisor. D) Have the client sign a form stating his refusal of the treatment.
Is the following statement true or false? Social determinants refer to macro-social influences that affect health, which prove very difficult for a person to change as an individual
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.