The nurse is caring for a patient at risk for an addisonian crisis. For what associated signs and symptoms should the nurse monitor the patient? Select all that apply.
In caring for a client admitted to the hospital for treatmen…
In caring for a client admitted to the hospital for treatment of cirrhosis, the nurse would know the greatest concern is
Before surgery, a client diagnosed wtih pheochromocytoma wou…
Before surgery, a client diagnosed wtih pheochromocytoma would be instructed to avoid
The nurse is planning the care of a patient with hyperthyroi…
The nurse is planning the care of a patient with hyperthyroidism. What should the nurse specify in the patient’s meal plan?
The nurse assessing a client with hypopituitarism would note…
The nurse assessing a client with hypopituitarism would note the finding most consistent with this disorder as
The nursing student is correct when he explains that the pat…
The nursing student is correct when he explains that the pathophysiology supporting a diagnosis of pancreatitis refers to:
A nurse is monitoring a client with diabetes insipidus. Des…
A nurse is monitoring a client with diabetes insipidus. Desmopressin (DDAVP) has been prescribed. Which of the following outcomes reflects a therapeutic effect of this medication?
In a chronically-ill toddler, many aspects affect the child’…
In a chronically-ill toddler, many aspects affect the child’s ability to explore the environment around them. Which of the followings plays a key role in preventing the toddler from becoming autonomous within the hospital setting?
You are developing a care plan for a patient with Cushing sy…
You are developing a care plan for a patient with Cushing syndrome. What nursing diagnosis would be the most appropriate for this care plan?
You are counseling a patient with Type 2 diabetes mellitus. …
You are counseling a patient with Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements about Hgb A1C testing is accurate?