A client is being tested to rule out Cushing’s syndrome. What laboratory tests would provide the most useful information?

What symptoms should a nurse expect the client with hyperparathyroidism to report?

What findings would the nurse expect to find when assessing a client with Cushing’s syndrome?

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?