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NSG 170: Test 3; Questions and Answers 100% Solved Metabolism CORRECT ANSWER-The complex process of biochemical reactions occurring in the body's cells necessary to produce energy, repair cells, and sustain life Thyroid Gland CORRECT ANSWER-Thyroid hormone maintains metabolic rate and growth and development of all tissues. Both T3 and T4 are secreted in response to thyroid-stimulating hormone. Calcitonin maintains blood calcium levels by decreasing bone resorption and decreasing res...

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NSG 170 Test 3 Study Guide with Complete Solutions Hypokalemia - Answer️️ -<3.5 mEq/L Hypokalemia causes - Answer️️ -1. actual total body K+ loss - excessive med use (diuretics/corticosteroids) - increased secretion of aldosterone - vomiting, diarrhea - excessive diaphoresis 2. inadequate K+ intake 3. movement of K+ from ECF to ICF 4. dilution of serum K+ hypokalemia assessment - Answer️️ -- thready, weak, irregular pulse - orthostatic hypotension - shallow respiratio...

NSG 170: Test 3 (Metabolism); Questions and Answers 100% Solved Insulin CORRECT ANSWER-Hormone produced by the pancreas that helps to decrease blood sugar. Glucagon CORRECT ANSWER-A protein hormone secreted by pancreatic endocrine cells that raises blood glucose levels; an antagonistic hormone to insulin. Cortisol CORRECT ANSWER-stress hormone released by the adrenal cortex that raises blood sugar Euglycemia (normal) CORRECT ANSWER-70-140 mg/dL Hypoglycemia defined as CORRECT ANSWER...

NSG 6340 PREDICTOR STUDY GUIDE 2 1. A 37-year-old female patient with a history of a single episode of depression and frequent complaints of PMS is being treated for hypothyroidism. Today she complains of poor concentration and fatigue. Initially, the NP should: a. Question her further 3. Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention? a. Annual influenza vaccination 7. A 35-year old female with a history of mitral valve prolapse is scheduled for routine dental cleaning. Accor...

NSG 170: Test 3 (Metabolism) Questions and Answers (100% Pass)

What is thermoregulation? the process of maintaining the core body temperature at a nearly constant value Normal body temperature range The range is from 36.2°C to 37.6°C (97°F to 100°F) The average temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). Normothermia The state in which body temperature is within the "normal" range Hypothermia refers to a body temperature below normal range (<36.2°C) Signs of hypothermia decreased body temperature and respirations, pale and cool skin, hypotension (decreas...