The nurse is caring for a patient with elevated serum thyroid hormones and new-onset proptosis. Which problem would be a priority for this patient?
A. Fluid retention
B. Weight gain
C. Altered immunity
D. Change in appearance
Answer: D
You might also like to view...
A patient who has received a heart transplant is taking cyclosporine, an immunosuppressant. What should the nurse emphasize during health education about infection prevention?
A) Eat a high-calorie, high-protein diet. B) Limit physical activity in order to conserve energy. C) Take prophylactic antibiotics as ordered. D) Perform frequent handwashing.
More than 100 different ethno-cultural groups reside within the United States, and numerous traditional health beliefs are observed among these groups. Traditional beliefs related to the maintenance of health are likely to include
a. Avoidance of natural events such as a solar eclipse b. Practicing silence, meditation, and prayer c. Protection of the soul by avoiding envy or jealousy d. Understanding that a hex, spell, or the evil eye may cause illness or injury
A nurse providing care at the bedside receives an "alert" that a patient's stat potassium level is 2.5 and digoxin (Lanoxin) is scheduled
The nurse holds the medication and prevents a possible complication. This feature of the Electronic Health Record is available through which core function of EHR? a. Order entry/order management b. Decision support c. Patient support d. Administrative support
A resident wants his meatloaf prepared a certain way. To clarify what the person is saying, you say:
a. "Can you tell me that again?" b. "Do you want more pepper in it?" c. "Why do you want it made that way?" d. "Let's talk about the meatloaf on your plate."