NR 325 Adult Health 2 Exam 1 Questions and Answers 2024 The nurse is caring for a client with fluid volume deficit. Which hormone is most likely affecting fluid balance? Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) The nurse is caring for a client with extreme tachycardia, diarrhea, weight loss, hypertension, and intolerance to heat. Which hormone is most likely affecting the client's metabolic rate? Triiodothyronine (T3) The nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed an MRI with contrast to evaluate the pituitary gland. Which lab value must the nurse review before testing can occur? Creatinine level Jodie's history reveals that she had a total thyroidectomy 3 months ago and is taking levothyroxine. Which serum electrolyte should be monitored closely following total thyroidectomy? Calcium Which prescriptions should the nurse anticipate in Jodie's treatment plan following total thyroidectomy? Closely monitoring the thyroid -stimulating hormone level Initiating fall prevention strategies Increasing levothyroxine dosage Which laboratory results does the nurse anticipate when caring for a client with diabetes insipidus? Hypernatremia Increased blood osmolality A water deprivation test is often used to diagnose diabetes insipidus. Which assessment finding would indicate a complication related to testing? Tachycardia Which laboratory results support a diagnosis of primary hyperthyroidism? Low thyroid -stimulating hormone, high thyroxine (T4) levels Which are risk factors for developing hyperthyroidism? Toxic nodular goiter Female gender Excessive iodine intake Thyroid Cancer Pituitary tumors Throiditis Which are clinical manifestations expected in hyperthyroidism? Diarrhea Palpitations Tremors Rapid speech Bulging eyes( Exophthalmos) Heat intolerance High metabolism weight loss, increased appetite Goiter hyperthyroidism is at risk for developing respiratory alkalosis due to hyperventilation The healthcare provider prescribes methimazole, and the nurse prepares discharge teaching. Which statements made by the client indicate an understanding of teaching? "I should use caution around sharp objects and use an electric razor to shave my legs." "If I have a sore throat or fever, I will contact my healthcare provider right away." "I should start to feel better in about a week or two." The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the intensive care unit with thyroid storm following a thyroidectomy. Monitor the temperature closely as an increase indicates a worsening condition. Use cooled saline and ice packs to lower temperature. Which complications is the client at risk for developing due to acute thyrotoxicosis? Cardiogenic shock Stroke High -output heart failure Seizures Patient scheduled to receive radioactive iodine therapy. In preparation for the procedure, the nurse provides education to limit radiation exposure to family members. Which statements made by the client indicate an understanding of the teaching?
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