Repeated or forceful palpation of the thyroid in the case of thyroid hyperactivity can result in a sudden release of a large amount of thyroid hormones
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A patient has completed the full course of treatment for acute lymphocytic leukemia and has failed to respond appreciably. When preparing for the patient's subsequent care, the nurse should perform what action?
A) Arrange a meeting between the patient's family and the hospital chaplain. B) Assess the factors underlying the patient's failure to adhere to the treatment regimen. C) Encourage the patient to vigorously pursue complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). D) Identify the patient's specific wishes around end-of-life care.
The biologic agent purified protein derivative (PPD) is used to screen for exposure to which disease?
a. Tuberculosis b. Yellow fever c. Pneumonia d. Cholera
A nurse should instruct the parents of a 10-year-old child to keep which of the following theoretical principles in mind when dealing with a behavioral problem at home?
a. Strategies that worked well with the first child will be equally as effective for the second child. b. Encourage the child to volunteer some time at a local hospital to instill a sense of fulfillment. c. Bargaining about chores in exchange for privileges may be an effective method of encouraging helpful activities. d. Do not offer praise for accomplishments and punishment for behavioral issues.
A systolic blood pressure below 90 mm Hg and a diastolic pressure below 60 mm Hg is:
a. Hypertension b. Hypotension c. Bradycardia d. Tachycardia