NURS 337 EXAM 4 QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Correct 95
Incorrect 00
1 of 95
Term
Secondary adrenal insufficiency: caused by a pituitary problem. What
would you expect serum ACTH to be?
A. high
B. low
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B
(The patient suffered damage to
F (administer IV CALCIUM) the anterior pituitary so it
cannot release ACTH (levels are
low).)
, D
(Patients with DI have significantly
increase urine output. All other Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
responses describe s/sx that would
be expected with SIADH.) Don't know?
2 of 95
Term
A client with a history of myasthenic gravis presents at a clinic with
bilateral ptosis and is drooling, and myasthenia crisis is suspected. The
nurse assesses the client for which precipitating factor?
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C (Inc sensitivity to these meds)
Omitting doses of medication
A, D, E, F
d.
using the ACB priority-setting, the greatest risk to the client is respiratory
compromise secondary to involvement of the phrenic nerve. Maintenance of an
airway and provision of ventilatory support as needed is the priority intervention
Don't know?
, 3 of 95
Definition
Growth Hormone (GH)
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Hormone that regulates calcium and phosphorus serum levels. Promotes bone
demineralization and increases intestinal absorption of calcium. Increases serum
calcium levels.
True or False:
Hypothyroidism is a slowing of the metabolic rate.
Hormone that promotes protein anabolism (growth, tissue repair) and lipid
mobilization and catabolism.
Hormone that increases in response to stress. Enhances and prolongs effects of
sympathetic nervous system.
Don't know?
, 4 of 95
Definition
B
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The client with a traumatic brain injury from a motor vehicle accident is monitored
for signs in Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP). Which sign does the nurse monitor
for?
A. Change in breathing pattern
B. Dizziness
C. Increased level of consciousness
D. Reactive pupils
A patient with mild iatrogenic Cushing syndrome is on an alternate-day regimen of
corticosteroid therapy. What does the nurse explain to the patient about this
regimen?
a. It maintains normal adrenal hormone balance.
b. It prevents ACTH release from the pituitary gland.
c. It minimizes hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal suppression.
d. It provides a more effective therapeutic effect of the drug.
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?"
ANSWERS
Correct 95
Incorrect 00
1 of 95
Term
Secondary adrenal insufficiency: caused by a pituitary problem. What
would you expect serum ACTH to be?
A. high
B. low
Give this one a try later!
B
(The patient suffered damage to
F (administer IV CALCIUM) the anterior pituitary so it
cannot release ACTH (levels are
low).)
, D
(Patients with DI have significantly
increase urine output. All other Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
responses describe s/sx that would
be expected with SIADH.) Don't know?
2 of 95
Term
A client with a history of myasthenic gravis presents at a clinic with
bilateral ptosis and is drooling, and myasthenia crisis is suspected. The
nurse assesses the client for which precipitating factor?
Give this one a try later!
C (Inc sensitivity to these meds)
Omitting doses of medication
A, D, E, F
d.
using the ACB priority-setting, the greatest risk to the client is respiratory
compromise secondary to involvement of the phrenic nerve. Maintenance of an
airway and provision of ventilatory support as needed is the priority intervention
Don't know?
, 3 of 95
Definition
Growth Hormone (GH)
Give this one a try later!
Hormone that regulates calcium and phosphorus serum levels. Promotes bone
demineralization and increases intestinal absorption of calcium. Increases serum
calcium levels.
True or False:
Hypothyroidism is a slowing of the metabolic rate.
Hormone that promotes protein anabolism (growth, tissue repair) and lipid
mobilization and catabolism.
Hormone that increases in response to stress. Enhances and prolongs effects of
sympathetic nervous system.
Don't know?
, 4 of 95
Definition
B
Give this one a try later!
The client with a traumatic brain injury from a motor vehicle accident is monitored
for signs in Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP). Which sign does the nurse monitor
for?
A. Change in breathing pattern
B. Dizziness
C. Increased level of consciousness
D. Reactive pupils
A patient with mild iatrogenic Cushing syndrome is on an alternate-day regimen of
corticosteroid therapy. What does the nurse explain to the patient about this
regimen?
a. It maintains normal adrenal hormone balance.
b. It prevents ACTH release from the pituitary gland.
c. It minimizes hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal suppression.
d. It provides a more effective therapeutic effect of the drug.
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?"
