Nu 155 med surg exam 2 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Nu 155 Med-Surg Exam 2 With Complete Solution...

Nu 155 Med-Surg Exam 2 Study Guide with Complete Solutions myxedema - Ans:-severe hypothyroidism. Edema of hands face and periorbital tissues Goiter - Ans:-enlargement of the thyroid gland tetany - Ans:-tension; prolonged, continuous muscle contraction nodule - Ans:-a small lump that can be palpated laryngospasm - Ans:-the sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx Cretinism - Ans:-condition of congenital hypothyroidism in children that results in a lack of mental development and dwarfed phy...

Nu 155 med surg, exam 4, musculoskeletal Questions and Answers What are joints? - Ans:-Allow movement between bones, formed where 2 bones join, covered w/ cartilage, enclosed in a capsule What are causes of musculoskeletal disorders? - Ans:-Trauma Bruising Strains (muscle/tendons) and sprains (ligaments) Fractures Poor nutrition and weak bones Inadequate protein and muscle wasting Malignant tumors Estrogen and osteoporosis How do you prevent musculoskeletal disorders? - Ans:-Weight-t...

Nu 155 med surg, exam 4, reproductive Practice Questions and Answers When do you do a self-breast examination? - Ans:-In the shower, monthly after menstraul cycle What are s/s of menopause? - Ans:-Hot flashes, vaginal dryness, insomnia, joint pain, HA, nausea, smaller uterus, shorter vagina, sparse pubic and axillary hair, decreased breast firmness, stress incontinence, emotional instability, irritability, depression What is medical tx for menopause? - Ans:-Estrogen therapy for vaginal dry...