The nurse is preparing the care plan for a client diagnosed with pheochromocytoma. The nurse understands that pheochromocytoma causes what problem?

A client is admitted to the hospital in an adrenal (Addisonian) crisis. Which client statement supports a nursing diagnosis of ineffective self-health management related to lack of knowledge about management of Addison’s disease?

The nurse is explaining what a radioactive iodine uptake test is. What statement by the nurse is correct?

The client with hypercalcemia is started on calcitonin-salmon injections. The ordered dose is 4 units/kg every 12 hours by subcutaneous injection. The client weighs 145 lbs. How many units will you administer?  Round your answer to the nearest whole number.

An adult with myxedema associated with hypothyroidism is started on thyroid replacement therapy (levothyroxine). The client returns to the doctor’s office two weeks later. Which statement made by the client is of most concern to the nurse?

A nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism. Which action should be included in this client’s plan of care?

A client in thyroid storm tells the nurse, “I know I’m going to die. I’m very sick.” What is the nurse’s best response?

A female client is seen at the physician’s office with complaints of muscle weakness and pain in the lower extremities. The nurse also notes the client has a very prominent forehead and jaw and her tongue is protruding from her mouth. The physician is testing her pituitary function. The nurse suspects that the client may have:

The nursing care plan for a client with Addisonian crisis includes a nursing diagnosis of Risk for Injury. What nursing interventions would the nurse include for this problem? Select all that apply.

Comprehensive: The nurse is reviewing lab results for a client with heart failure. The nurse notes that the client is hyponatremic. What would the nurse identify as contributing factors? Select all that apply.