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Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

A patient suspected of having acromegaly has an elevated plasma growth hormone (GH) level. In acromegaly, what would the nurse also expect the patient's diagnostic results to indicate? a. Hyperinsulinemia b. Plasma glucose of <70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) c. Decreased GH levels with an oral glucose challenge test d. Elevated levels of plasma insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) - d. A normal response to growth hormone (GH) secretion is stimulation of the liver to produce somatomedin C, or insu...

Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

Module 6 exam 6 endocrine system Question 1 5 / 5 pts Explain two reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant. (1) LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur. (2) LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of the egg and pregnancy. Progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? Explain why or why not. (1) Yes. Both male and ...

NUR 2063; ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL EXAM Latest 2024/2025;Quiz Bank Questions and Answers with 100% Verified Solutions-Rasmussen NUR 2063; ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL EXAM Latest 2024/2025;Quiz Bank Questions and Answers with 100% Verified Solutions-Rasmussen Question 1 Which condition is caused by excessive growth hormone (GH) levels in adulthood? A Gigantism B Acromegaly C Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) D Dwarfism ...

What assessments should the nurse complete prior to initiating IV therapy? – · Renal · Cardiac · Patient status (weight, I/O, labs) List several factors that might influence the flow rate via gravity (off pump) of an IV solution? – · Height of solution · Patency of cannula · Venous spasms · Size of cannula · Blood in tubing · Present of local complications · Tube occlusion · Viscosity of fluid · Location of IV insertion · Pt lifting IV site above heart · Acciden...

NUR 2092 / NUR2092 Health Assessment Exam 2 Review | Rated A |Questions and Answers | Rasmussen 1. What is food frequency? ~ information is collected on how many times per day, week, or month the individual eats particular foods, providing an estimate of usual intake 2. What is hypopituitary dwarfism? ~ Deficiency in growth hormone in child- hood results in delayed puberty, delayed growth & hypothyroidism 3. What is achondroplastic dwarfism? ~ A genetic disorder i...

Acromegaly - -overproduction of growth hormone -typically caused by a tumor in the anterior pituitary gland -overgrowth of soft tissues (arms and legs dont grow because occurs after epophyseal closure) -may experience joint pain, enlargement of tongue, and deepening of voice, headaches, visual disturbances, sleep apnea, thick, leathery, oily skin. complications of acromegaly - enlarged heart, and liver, visual problems, hyperglycemia, infertility, atherosclerosis, heightened risk of ...

NURS 5315 Symptoms and Diagnosis Exam review Questions and Answers 2023/2024 Which condition may result from pressure exerted by a pituitary tumor? - correct answer Hypothyroidism The term used to describe a person who experiences a lack of all hormones associated with the anterior pituitary is: - correct answer Panhypopituitarism Visual disturbances are a result of a pituitary adenoma because of the: - correct answer Pressure of the tumor on the optic chiasm Which disorder is consider...

Question 1: Correct Individuals with diabetes mellitus type II are at an increased risk for developing which complications? (Select all that apply) A. Hypotension B. Improved kidney function C. Neuropathy D. Delayed wound healing E. Retinopathy Question 2 :Incorrect Which of the following are signs of the oliguric phase of the acute kidney injury (AKI)? (Select all that apply) A. Fluid volume excess B. Electrolyte disturbances C. Increased urine output D. Azotemia E. Metabolic acido...