In a patient with a pheochromocytoma, what symptoms would the nurse expect?
A) Bradycardia and bradypnea
B) Hypotension and warm extremities
C) Severe headache and diaphoresis
D) Increased urine output and diarrhea
C
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A 71-year-old man diagnosed with a stage T2 prostate tumor 2 years ago has elected watchful waiting, based upon an underlying heart condition that renders surgery potentially fatal
Recently, his PSA has jumped considerably, as have his levels of serum acid phosphatase. Which course of action would be least appropriate at this stage? A) Combination treatment with an antiandrogen and a GnRH agonist B) Treatment with bisphosphonates C) Treatment with GnRH agonists alone D) Treatment with ketoconazole
Why are "natural" thyroid products not readily prescribed for most patients?
1. There is no reliability for the amount of hormone per dose. 2. There is higher incidence of allergic reactions. 3. There is a more reliable dose of T3 to T4 per batch. 4. All of the above
Placing a client in restraints before using other methods of intervention violates the client's right to:
A) Receive confidential and respectful care B) Provide informed consent C) Refuse treatment D) Receive treatment in the least restrictive environment
Calculate the amount of pure isopropanol needed to prepare 0.5 L of 90% isopropanol solution, using pure isopropanol liquid and water: ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).