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Chapter 21: Problem 66
The client returns to the unit following surgery for removal of a tumor of the parathyroid gland. Where should the nurse check for bleeding? A. Behind the neck B. Behind the ear C. On the abdomen D. In the groin
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The client is experiencing dawn phenomena associated with diabetes mellitus. Which action by the nurse indicates knowledge of dawn phenomena? A. The nurse offers peanut butter and crackers as a snack prior to bedtime. B. The nurse wakes the client during the night to check her blood glucose level. C. The nurse administers \(\mathrm{NPH}\) insulin subcutaneously as ordered. D. The nurse explains the need for frequent cortisole levels to be checked.
The client is admitted with Cushing's disease. Which symptoms support the diagnosis of Cushing's disease? A. Hypoglycemia and weight loss B. Increased lymphocytes and pale complexion C. Osteoporosis and a pendulous abdomen D. Decreased blood pressure and cyanosis
The client with diabetes presents to the emergency department with pupils dilated. Which action by the nurse indicates understanding of the client's presenting symptom? A. The nurse checks the client's Hgb A1C. B. The nurse begins an IV of normal saline. C. The nurse applies oxygen via mask at 3 liter/minute. D. The nurse gives the client \(240 \mathrm{ml}\) of apple juice.
The client is being treated with acarbose (Precose). Which laboratory results should be reported to the physician? A. White blood cell count of 5,000 B. Blood urea nitrogen level of \(26 \mathrm{mg} / \mathrm{dL}\) C. Creatinine level of \(0.8 \mathrm{mg} / \mathrm{dL}\) D. Platelet count of 200,000
The client is receiving Coumadin (warfarin sodium has a Protime level of 44 seconds). The nurse should anticipate an order for which of the following? A. AquaMEPHYTON B. Physostigmine C. Ropivacaine D. Methimazole
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