What is the priority nursing diagnosis in a 35-year-old man being treated for hyperpituitarism in which excessive amounts of prolactin are secreted?
A. Risk for Injury related to seizure activity
B. Disturbed Body Image related to gynecomastia
C. Constipation related to anorexia and decreased metabolism
D. Decreased Cardiac Output related to electrolyte imbalances
B
Excessive amounts of prolactin can cause galactorrhea in men or women. In addition, the exces-sive blood levels of prolactin inhibit gonadotropin-releasing hormone, suppressing testosterone production. Low circulating levels of testosterone allow breast development in men (gynecomas-tia).
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1. "For some reason, I have more sexual desire than ever.". 2. "I use water-soluble lubricant to treat my vaginal dryness.". 3. "I am so glad that I don't need to worry about sex anymore.". 4. "Sex certainly takes longer than it used to, but I'm getting used to that.".
According to a resolution adopted at the Alma Ata conference, the major key to attaining Health for All by the Year 2000 is
a. Technological development b. A stable economy c. Primary health care d. Health commodification
The nurse is watching toddlers at play. Which normal behavior would the nurse observe?
A) Toddlers engage in parallel play. B) Toddlers engage in solitary play. C) Toddlers engage in cooperative play. D) Toddlers do not engage in play outside the home.
Long and artificial nails harbor bacteria and increase the risk of infection.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)