The perinatal nurse examines the thyroid gland as part of the physical examination of Savannah, a pregnant woman who is now at 16 weeks gestation. The perinatal nurse informs Savannah that during pregnancy:
Select all answers that apply:
A) Increased size of the thyroid gland is normal
B) Increased function of the thyroid gland is normal
C) Decreased function of the thyroid gland is normal
D) The thyroid gland will return to its normal size and function during the postpartal period
A, B, D
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how many mL should the nurse administer? _____
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a. 120/80 c. 140/90 b. 130/90 d. 150/100
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A) Pulse rate B) P wave presence C) Systolic blood pressure D) QRS complex width
A psychiatric–mental health nurse has witnessed first-hand the high incidence and prevalence of depression in the American population, particularly among older adults
What phenomenon is known to complicate the diagnosis and treatment of depression in older adults? A) The disorder is often attributed to the aging process rather than treated aggressively. B) Depression results from organic brain changes that occur in both healthy and unhealthy adults. C) Older adults are frequently suspicious of psychiatry and of psychotropic medications. D) The disorder is often internalized by older adults, making accurate diagnosis challenging.