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uestion Tag: hyperparathyroidism Question Category: Physiological Integrity, Reduction of Risk Potential A patient is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism. A nurse checking the patient’s lab results would expect which of the following changes in laboratory findings?  A. Elevated serum calcium.  B. Low serum parathyroid hormone (PTH)  C. Elevated serum vitamin D  D. Low urine calcium Correct Answer: A. Elevated serum calcium

6 1. The nurse is assessing a client for testing to diagnose meningitis. Which finding suggests to the nurse that the client is experiencing this health problem? A Negative Kernig sign. B Positive Brudzinski sign. C Positive Chvostek’s sign. D Negative Trousseau’s sign

uestion Tag: confusion Question Category: Physiological Integrity, Reduction of Risk Potential A 28-year-old male has been found wandering around in a confusing pattern. The male is sweaty and pale. Which of the following tests is most likely to be performed first?  A. Blood sugar check  B. CT scan  C. Blood cultures  D. Arterial blood gases Correct Answer: A. Blood sugar check

A 40-year-old client is admitted to the hospital for alcohol abuse for the third time in the past 9 months. The health care team recommends rehabilitative treatment for this client. Why was this treatment recommended?

CADIOVASCULAR Realize the following in regards to a plasma cholesterol screening (measures the amount of cholesterol that one has): x Realize that only sips of water are permitted for 12 hours before plasma cholesterol screening to achieve accurate results Realize that after the application of a cast on the arm, the arm should be elevated to minimize swelling; it should be elevated for the first 24 – 48 hours; it should be protected from pressure and flattening of the cast

Question Tag: hypertension Question Category: Physiological Integrity, Reduction of Risk Potential Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension?  A. 45-year-old African-American attorney  B. 60-year-old Asian-American shop owner  C. 40-year-old Caucasian nurse  D. 55-year-old Hispanic teacher Correct Answer: A: 45-year-old African American attorney

ADH ( what is it, where is it found) - Answer - This is an anti diuretic hormone, it retains water in the body. It is released when the blood volume is too low or when the body is dehydrated, in order to retain water and compensate. Where is ADH found? - Answer - In the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus

client hospitalized with chronic dyspepsia is diagnosed with gastric cancer. Which of the following is associated with an increased incidence of gastric cancer? • A. Dairy products • B. Carbonated beverages • C. Refined sugars • D. Luncheon meats Quick Answers: 187

The parent of a preschooler with chickenpox asks the nurse about measures to make the child comfortable. The nurse instructs the parent to avoid administering aspirin or any other product that contains salicylates. When given to children with chickenpox, aspirin has been linked to which disorder?

1. A client hospitalized with severe depression and suicidal ideation refuses to talk with the nurse. The nurse recognizes that the suicidal client has difficulty: • A. Expressing feelings of low self-worth • B. Discussing remorse and guilt for actions • C. Displaying dependence on others • D. Expressing anger toward others Quick Answers: 187 Detailed Answer: 190