Suspected acromegaly Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

CHAPTER 49: ENDOCRINE PROBLEMS LEWIS: MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING, 10TH EDITION EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. A 40-yr-old patient with suspected acromegaly is seen at the clinic. To assist in making the diagnosis, which question should the nurse ask? a. "Have you had a recent head injury?" b. "Do you have to wear larger shoes now?" c. "Is there a family history of acromegaly?" d. "Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety?" ANS: B Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and f...

NU 185: Med-Surge II EXAM 4 Questions And Answers (Verified And Updated) A client is admitted for removal of a goiter. Which nursing intervention should receive priority during the postoperative period? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerAssessing the Clients Airway A client is admitted for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Based on the client's diagnosis, the nurse would anticipate an order for? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerCalcium A client with Addison's Disease will most likely exhibit whic...

Clinical Vignettes - Final Exam Questions And Answers 2023 *Loss of beta cells in the pancreas*, secondary to *Type I Diabetes mellitus* - ANS A 12-year old boy presents for a pre-summer camp physical examination. Routine urinalysis discloses 3+ glucosuria. On questioning, the child admits to thirst and frequent urination, accompanied by weight loss over the past few months. A finger stick glucose test in the office shows elevated blood sugar level of 280 mg/dL. What is the likely diagnosis? ...

ATI PROCTORED MEDICAL SURGICAL PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS EXAM 2023/2024 A nurse is assessing a client who has manifestations of acromegaly. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Thinning of skeletal bone structure B. Concave chest wall C. High-pitched voice D. Increased head size - CORRECT ANSWER-Correct Answer: D. Increased head size A client who has acromegaly will present with an enlarged head size due to the excessive production of growth hormones af...

CCS QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2024 All Renal ceases should have the following tests performed: UA, Chemistries, Renal US Order what when evaluating possible contrast induced renal failure? Mg level Tests ordered for Rhabdomyolysis BIT: UA (large amounts of blood w/out RBC seen), MAT: Urine myoglobin, K+ level (Hyperkalemia due to cell destruction), Ca level (low Ca do to sequestration by Phosphate), chemistries (especially look for low HCO3). Chest pain ECG, Tropni...

NU 185: Med-Surge II EXAM 4 Questions And Answers (Verified And Updated) A client is admitted for removal of a goiter. Which nursing intervention should receive priority during the postoperative period? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerAssessing the Clients Airway A client is admitted for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Based on the client's diagnosis, the nurse would anticipate an order for? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerCalcium A client with Addison's Disease will most likely exhibit whic...

ATI RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B 1. A nurse is assessing a client who received 2 units of packed RBCs 48 hr. ago. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the therapy has been effective? a. Hemoglobin 14.9 g/dl b. WBC count 12000/mm3 c. Potassium 4.8 mEq/L d. BUN 18 mg/dl 2. A nurse working in an emergency department is triaging four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for treatment first? a. An older adult client w...

The nurse is assessing a patient with symptoms of chest pain. Which of the following clinical manifestations are associated with a myocardial infarction (MI)? (Select all that apply.) Flushing Ashen skin Diaphoresis Nausea and vomiting S3 or S4 heart sounds Ashen skin Diaphoresis Nausea and vomiting S3 or S4 heart sounds 3 multiple choice options The nurse performs a detailed assessment of the abdomen of a client with a possible bowel obstruction, knowing which of the following are...

NSG120 Endocrine Test Questions And Answers| Verified Update 100% A nurse is caring for a client with Addison's disease. For which of the following skin assessments should the nurse assess? a. Purple striae on the chest and abdomen b. Butterfly rash across the bridge of the nose c. Bronze pigmentation of the exposed and unexposed skin d. Jaundice of the face and sclera - ANSWER b. Bronze pigmentation of the exposed and unexposed skin. A nurse is instructing a client about the pat...

NSG 6020 Midterm Exam (Version 1), NSG 6020 Health Assessment, South University, Savannah, (Verified and Correct Documents, Already highly rated by students) NSG 6020 Midterm Quiz / NSG 6020 Midterm Exam (Latest): South University NSG 6020 Midterm Quiz (Latest) Question 1 (2 points) In performing an examination of a 3-year-old with a suspected ear infection, the nurse practitioner would: Question 1 options: omit the otoscopic exam if the child has a fever. pull the ear up and back before in...