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90-95% of Diabetics are which type? correct answer Type 2 a BG of 250 or higher is considered what? correct answer DKA A complete lack of insulin production. correct answer Type 1 DM A goiter is formed when? correct answer There is not enough Iodine in the blood or it is not able to utilize iodine properly. A pt with hyperthyroidism should consume what kind of diet? correct answer High calorie with snacks between meals BG level for a non critically ill pt after meals correct answe...

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1. When evaluating the laboratory results for a patient with increased secretion of the anterior pituitary hormones, the nurse would expect to find a. decreased serum thyroxine levels. b. elevated serum aldosterone levels. c. an increase in urinary free cortisol. d. low urinary excretion of catecholamines. correct answer c. an increase in urinary free cortisol. Increased secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) by the anterior pituitary gland will lead to an increase in serum and u...

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"Angiograms" are used for: a. recording the electrical activity of the heart muscles b. recording metabolic activity in the brain c. recording pictures of blood vessels d. recording pictures of bones correct answer c "Aphthous stomatitis" is a term which describes: a. canker sores b. cold sores c. dry mouth d. shingles correct answer a "Fibromyalgia" literally means: a. fibers/muscle/inflamed b. fibers/muscle/pain c. fibers/nerve/pain d. fibers/stiff/inf...

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239 pages

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1 Cortisol is a glucocorticoid that protects the body from stress; it is also called as stress hormone. Cortisol helps to maintain vascular integrity and fluid volume; cortisol levels are increased in patients with burns, infections, fevers, and acute anxiety. The level of oxytocin, aldosterone, and antidiuretic hormone does not increase in response to stress. Text Reference - p. 1140 correct answer A patient is admitted to the hospital with severe burns. Which hormone level does the nurs...

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1. A patient undergoes surgical resection of a thyroid tumor. Immediately following surgery, which intervention has the highest priority? A. Assessing the surgical site for hemorrhage B. Supporting the head to prevent stress on the suture line C. Monitoring respiratory status for sign of obstruction D. Asking the patient to speak to assess for hoarseness correct answer Answer: C Rationale: In the post-operative period after thyroidectomy, the patient is at risk for respiratory compromi...

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42 pages

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. The diagnostic term that actually means "lack of a male erection or the ability to copulate (diminished blood flow into penile caverns)" is: correct answer im/potence - no power "Acu/puncture" literally means: correct answer needle puncture * puncture is literally in the name "Angiograms" are used for ______: correct answer recording pictures of vessels "Aromatherapy" is a type of integrated therapy that some may feel is _____: correct answer All of the abov...

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96 pages

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A 60-year-old woman is diagnosed w/ hypothyroidism. S/S of hypothyroidism include? A) Tachycardia B) Weight Gain C) Diarrhea D) Nausea correct answer B) Weight Gain A 78-year-old male client has been newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism. He lives in his own apartment in a community development designed for the elderly. He asks the nurse assigned to this complex for advice about his condition. What would be the best advice the nurse could give the client? A) "Stop taking your self-p...

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15 pages

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11. The nurse is caring for an 80-year-old patient with a history of type 2 diabetes and hypothyroidism. The physician wants to evaluate the patient's blood glucose levels and orders a fructosamine assay. Which factor best explains why the physician chose this laboratory test instead a glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test? a. The patient's age b. Type 2 diabetes c. Hypothyroidism d. The tests' costs correct answer ANS: B The fructosamine assay is a diagnostic test used to assess th...

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11 pages

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A 34-year-old client is 3 days postoperative from the removal of the thyroid gland (thyroidectomy). She had blood drawn for serum chemistries in the morning, which showed calcium of 3.2 mg/dL, potassium of 3.9 mEq/L, and phosphorus of 4.0 mg/dL. The nurse would interpret these findings to indicate: 1. hypocalcemia 2. hypercalcemia 3. hyperkalemia 4. hypophosphatemia correct answer Correct: 1 Rationale: Hypocalcemia is a low serum calcium level. Surgical removal of the thyroid gland may also...

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12 pages

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1. A pt 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 any family history of acromegaly?" d. "Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety?" correct answer B Rationale: Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and feet. Head injury and family history are not risk factors for acromegaly. Tremors and ...

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-ABLE correct answer capable of or ability to -AC correct answer refers to, pertains to, or state of -ALGIA correct answer pain -APHERESIS correct answer to remove or separate (blood in parts) -AR correct answer refers to or pertains to -ARIA correct answer air -ASE correct answer enzyme -ASTHENIA correct answer weakness -ATION correct answer process of or procedure of -ATRESIA correct answer closure -BLAST correct answer beginning or young

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Addisons Disease S/S correct answer ADRENOCORTICOID INSUFFICIENCY think JFK slow to respond depressed constipation weak BROWN PIGMENTATION DEFINED FOREHEAD AND CHIN hypoglycemia (due to not enough steroids) Adrenalcorticoids correct answer androgens/sex hormones (M/F gender) alpha glucosidase inhibitors MOA correct answer delays carb digestion and absorption to decrease high glucose levels after meals As we age, how is our endocrine system altered? correct answer decrease in hor...

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Nursing Exam 1 Clinical Judgement and Prioritization Questions & Correct Answers (Verified Answers) and Full Deep Expert Rationales | Latest (2026/2027) Updated Version {JUST RELEASED}

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79 pages

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Comprehensive Davis Advantage for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills, 4th Edition test bank by Marti Burton, RN, BS, and David Smith, MSN, RN, covering Chapters 1–38. This resource features NCLEX-style practice questions with an answer key at the end of each chapter, providing structured review of essential nursing concepts, connections, and skills to support studying, knowledge reinforcement, exam preparation, and NCLEX-focused practice.

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ancanthosis nigricans correct answer velvety darkening of the skin anthropometric measurements correct answer body mass index and waist to hip ratio: asses for hypertension and determine overweight and obesity associated with insulin-resistance states antibody testing correct answer assessment of antibodies used to confirm type 1 diabetes mellitus Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase (GAD) blood glucose testing correct answer prediabetes or impaired fasting glucose: 100-126 diabetes: >126...

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100 units NPH insulin in 500 mL normal saline; titrate to blood glucose correct answer In the care of a patient with DKA, the nurse is most likely to contact the healthcare provider for clarification of which prescription? Administer 50% glucose per emergency protocol. correct answer A nurse hears in shift report that a diabetoc patient has had nothing by mouth since midnight for a surgical procedure that should happen this morning. On assessment, the patient is irritable and his skin is cool...

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Absent (petit mal) correct answer -Brief period of loss of consciousness, usually 10-15 seconds where the person may appear daydreaming Acute Kidney Injury correct answer -Rapid-onset disease of the kidneys resulting in a failure to produce urine -Elevated Potassium -Elevated BUN and Creatinine -Decreased hemoglobin due to poor kidney function resulting in the decrease of the production of erythropoietin (the hormone that makes RBC's) Amantadine correct answer -Prescribed for MS to ...

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Abdominal assessment order correct answer -Inspection, auscultation, percussion, palpation Afterload correct answer -Amount of pressure the ventricles must overcome to eject the blood volume Angina correct answer -No smoking, even electronic cigarettes -Exercise at least 3 times a day -Nitroglycerin as prescribed -Muscle relaxant for times of increased stress -Avoid added salt Appendicitis correct answer -Sudden disappearance of pain may indicate appendix rupture -Watch for perito...

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30 yr old with DM type 2, glucose of 280 BEFORE breakfast. Which symptom would the LPN see? correct answer Polyuria 64 yo pt has cardiac cath. How would you manage complications? correct answer Check the site for bleeding, check vitals signs A patient with type 2 DM is prescribed Lantus 30 units, and regular insulin 8 units and has a blood sugar of 94. What education would you provide? correct answer administer medications separately DO NOT MIX LANTUS Anemia education? SATA correct ans...

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___________ (low or high) molecular weight drugs diffuse across a cell more easily than _________ (low or high) molecular weight drugs. correct answer low; high ___: Abuse may be dangerous OR lead to moderate-low physical dependence or high psychological dependence correct answer III ___: Abuse with limited physical or psychological dependence potential (less than III) correct answer IV ___: Drugs that have a high potential for abuse; no current accepted medical use correct answer I ...

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13 pages

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