Sign of thyroid storm - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Pyrogenic Reactions - Answer Two definitions from different sets: - Fever caused by endotoxins and bacteria. The endotoxins may cross over membranes during hemodialysis complications. - "Reaction characterized by an abrupt temperature elevation with severe chills, backache, headache, weakness, nausea, vomiting; a potential complication of IV/IO therapy, complication of hemodialysis." S/G: If the pt is having a blood transfusion and they start to experience the following symptoms: Ery...

Ati Adult medical surgical upgrand exam with correct question and answer pass A+ Positive Trousseau's sign - correct answerTachycardia and hypertension are correct. Tachycardia and hypertension are unexpected findings and may indicate the occurrence of thyroid storm, which can occur after removal of the thyroid gland, especially if the client was in a hyperthyroid state prior to the surgery. Thyrotoxic, or thyroid, storm is a life-threatening condition that develops in cases of ...

ER Quick Facts Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) - answer-MC in type 1 DM, insulin deficiency -Triad of hyperglycemia, acidosis, and ketones -fruity acetone breath, Kussmaul respirations -SIPS: saline, insulin, potassium Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS) - answer-MC in type 2 DM, insulin deficiency -similar to DKA without acidosis or ketones -SIPS: saline, insulin, potassium Diabetes insipidus - answer-ADH is not secreted adequately, or the k...

A client is admitted for treatment of the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Which nursing intervention is appropriate? Restricting fluids Administering glucose-containing I.V. fluids as ordered Encouraging increased oral intake Infusing IV fluids rapidly as ordered - Restricting fluids Explanation: To reduce water retention in a client with the SIADH, the nurse should restrict fluids. Administering fluids by any route would further increase the client's already hei...

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Pyrogenic Reactions Two definitions from different sets: - Fever caused by endotoxins and bacteria. The endotoxins may cross over membranes during hemodialysis complications. - "Reaction characterized by an abrupt temperature elevation with severe chills, backache, headache, weakness, nausea, vomiting; a potential complication of IV/IO therapy, complication of hemodialysis." S/G: If the pt is having a blood transfusion and they start to experience the following symptoms: Erythema, u...

EXAM 2 - ADVANCED MED SURG GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+ S/S of Hyperthyroidism Atrial fibrillation, bruit or thrill over the thyroid, Diaphoresis, Palpatations, Tachycardia, Heat Intolerance, Weight loss S/S of Hypothyroidism Fatigue, Mental sluggishness, Hypothermia, Dry flaky skin and thinning nails, cold intolerance, weight gane What sign is elicited by tapping over the facial nerve and results in a spasm? Chvostek sign What does a positiv...

S/S of Hyperthyroidism correct answer: Atrial fibrillation, bruit or thrill over the thyroid, Diaphoresis, Palpatations, Tachycardia, Heat Intolerance, Weight loss S/S of Hypothyroidism correct answer: Fatigue, Mental sluggishness, Hypothermia, Dry flaky skin and thinning nails, cold intolerance, weight gane What sign is elicited by tapping over the facial nerve and results in a spasm? correct answer: Chvostek sign What does a positive Chvostek's sign indicate? correct answer: Hypo...

Comp study - NUR 280 Galen NUR 280 for Galen College of Nursing Comp study - NUR 280 Galen NUR 280 for Galen College of Nursing Sign of thyroid storm? - CORRECT ANSWER tremors How to properly transfer patient from bed to chair? - CORRECT ANSWER HOB up/chair parallel How to properly ambulate with a cane? - CORRECT ANSWER Up with good down with bad

NGN ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical Exam 2023 B V4| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has esophageal cancer and is to undergo radiation therapy. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the teaching? Answer: "I will use my hands rather than a washcloth to clean the radiation area." Rational: The client should gently wash the radiation area with their hand...