Which of the following statements is true about the adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH)?
A. ACTH is released from the hypothalamus.
B. ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex to secrete cortisol and cortisone.
C. ACTH cannot stimulate aldosterone secretion.
D. ACTH is secreted in smaller amounts during periods of stress.
Answer: B
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a. cover the cast with a plastic bag when taking a shower. b. blow warm air into the cast to relieve itching. c. observe skin at the edge of the cast for irritation or injury. d. check circulation and sensation in the fin-gers frequently. e. move and flex the fingers to stimulate circulation.
A client with hypothyroidism as a result of Hashimoto's thyroiditis asks the nurse how long she will have to take thyroid medication. Which is the nurse's best response?
a. "You will need to take the thyroid medi-cation until the goiter is completely gone." b. "Thyroiditis is cured with antibiotics. Then you won't need thyroid medication." c. "You'll need thyroid pills for life because your thyroid won't start working again." d. "When blood tests indicate normal thyroid function, you can stop the medication."
Ileal conduit surgery involves the removal of the bladder and connection of the ureters to a portion of the ileum to empty from:
1. the rectum. 2. a suprapubic catheter. 3. a cystostomy. 4. an abdominal stoma.
Which statement by a patient who had a cystoscopy the previous day should be reported immediately to the health care provider?
a. "My urine looks pink." b. "My IV site is bruised." c. "My sleep was restless." d. "My temperature is 101."