ATI RN Alterations in Endocrine Function Assessment Questions with correct answers

A nurse in a long term care facility is caring for a client who has hyperthyroidism. which of the following situations should the nurse expect to negatively impact the client's health Correct Answer - the client may tire after physical exertion A nurse is assessing a client who has a rapid increase of t3 and t4 levels and an elevated temp. which of the following health disorders should the nurse suspect Correct Answer - thyroid storm a nurse is caring for a client who reports blurry vision and sensitivity to light. the nurse observes that the client's eyes appear swollen and protruding. which of the following statements by the nurse is an appropriate explanation of a likely diagnosis to give the client Correct Answer - your symptoms can indicate an overactive thyroid gland a nurse is reviewing the medical record for a client who's elevated fasting blood glucose, elevated bp, elevated triglycerides, and low hdd cholesterol. which of the following alterations should the nurse suspect? Correct Answer - metabolic syndrome a nurse is reviewing a client's history. which if the filling is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes mellitus ? Correct Answer - the client has a sedentary lifestyle a clinic nurse is meeting with a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. when reviewing the client's medical record, the nurse notes the client's hba1c level is 10%. which of the following should the nurse address with the client? Correct Answer - ability to purchase prescribed medications