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Which of the following findings is assoc. with thyroid hypofunction? A. Graves Disease B. Eye Disorder C. Thyroid storm D. Myxedema D. Myxedema Myxedema or myxedema coma is seen in patients with severe hypothyroidism. It refers to the skin changes (thickened skin) seen in chronic severe hypothyroidism. It is a medcial emergency with mortality rates exceeding 20%. It is tx with very high doses of thyroid hormone. A thyroid storm occurs when there is the extreme elevation of thyroid hormone...

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NURSING MSN 571 SYNCH SESSION 3| GRADED A Synch Session #3 1. The nurse prepares to administer a new prescription for bethanechol. Which diagnosis in the pts hx would prompt the nurse to consult with the prescriber before giving the drug? Asthma Bethanechol = muscarinic agonist. Parasympathomimetic. Decreases HR, N/V, increase salivation, opposite effects of fight or flight. Induces bronchospasm. Used for urinary retention. 2. The nurse is preparing to administer sumatriptan (Imitrex) t...

Cirrhosis Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass You are the nurse caring for a patient who was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. Which of the following characteristics should you expect? (Select all that apply) INR 1 PT 10 INR 2 PT 20 - Answer- INR 2 PT 20 The PT to INR ratio in a healthy patient without liver damage is 10:1. This would rule out A and B as those with liver cirrhosis should have decreased clotting factors due to the inability of the liver to produce them. This would...

2 yo pt has a resp rate of 30 breaths per minute. This is considered? o Too fast/ inadequate/normal/too slow Reason: Normal 24- 40 • When assessing distal circulatory function in a 3 yo, a reliable indicator is? o Pulse ox/ BP/ Cap refill/ skin temp Reason: Circulation cap refill and pulse • Neonatal 2 week old F is dyspneic and lethargic to respond. Vitals are P 58, R 4 and irregular. What should you be concerned about? o Altered mental status/cerebral hypoxia/ respiratory acidosis/ ca...

ATI FUNDAMENTALS PROCTORED EXAM RETAKE GUIDE 1. CHAPTER 1: HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS A. B. Components of Health care systems a. Participants 1. Consumers- clients 2. Providers a. Licensed providers: registered nurses, license practical (or vocational) nurses (LPN), advanced practice nurses (APN), medical doctors, pharmacists, dentists, dietitians, physical/respiratory/occupational therapists, etc b. Unlicensed providers: assistive personal b. Settings 1. Hospitals, homes...

1 NSG 6440 Predictor test Typed Pre-Predictor 1) A 15 years old high school student with a mild sore throat and low-grade fever that has persisted for about 3 weeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The NP suspects mononucleosis. Which of the following is the LEAST appropriate intervention? a. Palpate the lymph nodes and spleen b. Examine the posterior oropharynx for petechiae c. Obtain a CBC, throat culture, and heterophil antibody test. d. Obtain an urina...

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ENO PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS CORRECTLY ANSWERED. When assessing the heart tones of a patient with pericardial tamponade, the ER RN expects to hear which sound? - CORRECT ANSWER muffled heart tones A pt has pinpoint pupils, RD, hypotension, and visual hallucinations. The ER RN suspects abuse of which substance? - CORRECT ANSWER opiates for a pt w/ cp and a hx of GERD, the ER RN should expect to initiate which action first? - CORRECT ANSWER obtain EKG for a pt presenting w/ cp which f...

1 PCCN: CHAPTER 1 - ASSESSMENT OF PROGRESSIVE CARE PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES EXAM | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+ Why is assessment of acutely ill patients and their families essential? Correct Answer: information obtained identifies immediate and future needs so a plan of care can be initiated Traditional approaches to Patient Assessment include: Correct Answer: - include a complete evaluation of patient history - comprehensive physical exam of al...