The nurse knows that when levels of T3 and T4 are elevated, the pituitary gland inhibits
a. thyroglobulin. c. thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
b. thyroid-releasing hormone (TRH). d. calcitonin.
C
In response to decreased circulating levels of T3 and T4, the hypothalamus releases thyroid-releasing hormone (TRH). TRH activates thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) in the anterior pituitary, and TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to manufacture and release the thyroid hormones T3 and T4 in the presence of iodine.
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The nurse is caring for a patient that is actively trying to conceive a child but continues to drink alcohol. The patient states that she'll stop drinking once she is pregnant. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "Abstaining is best since most fetal development occurs before you realize you are pregnant." b. "Small amounts of alcohol are safe at any time during pregnancy." c. "Things will be okay if you quit drinking alcohol once you know you are pregnant." d. "Alcohol use should be avoided early in pregnancy but is acceptable past week 20."
When palpating the cardiac landmarks, you should examine for the presence of a thrill, which is best examined using the
a. palmar surface of the hand at the base of the fingers. b. finger pads of all five fingers. c. ulnar aspect of a closed fist. d. fingertips along with a stethoscope as a guide.
Donepezil (Aricept) reduces symptoms for patients diagnosed with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD) by
a. enhancing acetylcholine (Ach) function. b. inhibiting serotonin reuptake. c. anti-oxidizing free radicals. d. reducing GABA action.
One of your peers, a staff nurse, is a "potshot artist.". This nurse often makes you the butt of innuendo or teasing digs. You are fed up and decide to take action the next time it happens
What strategy should be considered as an effective way of dealing with a "sniper?" a. Clam up and allow the individual to fully ventilate her concern. b. Confront and tell the individual he or she is wrong. c. Coldly withdraw from the individual. d. Obtain group confirmation or denial of criticism raised by the individual.