Panhypopituitarism - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NURS 611 Study guide questions and answers for exam 3 400 Q/A Pathophysiology associated with Type 1 & 2 DM - CORRECT ANSWER autoimmune loss of B cells in the pancreatic islet Development of insulin resistance in a characteristic of: - CORRECT ANSWER Type 2 DM Lack of all anterior pituitary hormones is called? - CORRECT ANSWER panhypopituitarism

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...

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...

Lewis Medical-Surgical Nursing 11th Edition Test Bank- Chapter 49 Endocrine Problems Questions and Answers 1. A 45-year-old male 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:-ANS: B Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and fe...

NURS 5315 Exam 4 review part 2Which condition may result from pressure exerted by a pituitary tumor? - correct answer Hypothyroidism The term used to describe a person who experiences a lack of all hormones associated with the anterior pituitary is: - correct answer Panhypopituitarism Visual disturbances are a result of a pituitary adenoma because of the: - correct answer Pressure of the tumor on the optic chiasm Which disorder is considered a co-morbid condition of acromegaly? - correc...

A 25 year old female with type 1 diabetes mellitus presents to an outpatient medical clinic complaining of thirst, frequent urination, and weakness. She feels "lightheaded" when she stands. Because of nausea and vomiting after a meal in a restauraunt the previous day, she stopped eating and taking her insulin. On examination, she is dehydrated and hypotensive. Her breathing is rapid and deep. Considering this patient's case, dehydration and hypotension are __________ of her clinical disorder;...

Exam 3: NURS611/ NURS 611 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Advanced Pathophysiology Exam | Questions and Verified Answers| Graded A- Maryville Q: The common cause of elevated levels of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) secretion is: Answer: Ectopically produced ADH Q: Which laboratory value would the nurse expect to find if a person is experiencing syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)? Answer: Serum Na level of 120 and serum hypo-osmolatlity. Q: A patient who is diagno...

NURS 611 Study guide questions and answers for exam 3 400 Q/A Pathophysiology associated with Type 1 & 2 DM - CORRECT ANSWER autoimmune loss of B cells in the pancreatic islet Development of insulin resistance in a characteristic of: - CORRECT ANSWER Type 2 DM Lack of all anterior pituitary hormones is called? - CORRECT ANSWER panhypopituitarism

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A nurse is assessing a patient with Simmonds cachexia: What symptom should the nurse anticipate the patient will exhibit? a. High body temperature b. Ruddy complexion c. Silky body hair d. Muscle wasting ANS: D Simmonds cachexia is a panhypopituitarism condition in which muscle wasting, small organs, very pale complexion, virtually no body hair, and subnormal body temperature are symptoms: DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: pp: 934-935 OBJ: 1 TO...

AAPC CPC Chapter 2D - correct answer A respiratory disease characterized by overexpansion and destruction of the alveoli is identified as: A) Cystic fibrosis B) Pneumoconiosis C) Respiratory distress syndrome D) Emphysema B - correct answer A deficiency of cells in the blood is defined as: A) Bacteremia B) Cytopenia C) Erythremia D) Phagocytosis C - correct answer What is the Rinne's test?: A) Test using music as the focal point B) Test for hearing loss using a vibrating tuning ...