In reviewing the patient's labs, the nurse finds an elevation of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). This increase may be caused by
A) Addison's crisis.
B) Cushing's syndrome.
C) cirrhosis.
D) pituitary hyposecretion.
B
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Lynn, the LPN/LVN, is providing care for a patient diagnosed with depression. The patient is not responding to any of the medications ordered. The nurse foresees this patient may be a candidate for:
A. Neuroleptic medication. B. Short-term seclusion. C. Psychosurgery. D. Electroconvulsive therapy.
Prioritize the intervention of the first responder to the victim during the emergent phase of burn management. (Separate letters by a comma and space as follows: A, B, C, D.)
a. Transport victim to hospital. b. Cover victim with clean cloth or sheet. c. Stop, drop, and roll. d. Remove all nonadherent clothing and jewelry. e. Provide an open airway. f. Control any bleeding.
A patient comes to the bariatric clinic to obtain information about bariatric surgery
The nurse assesses the obese patient knowing that, in addition to meeting the criterion of morbid obesity, a candidate for bariatric surgery must also demonstrate what? A) Knowledge of the causes of obesity and its associated risks B) Emotional stability and understanding of required lifestyle changes. C) Positive body image and high self-esteem D) Insight into why their past weight loss efforts failed
Which of the following is a calcium channel blocker?
A. Diltiazem B. Atenolol C. Ramipril D. Nitroglycerin