Iggy - Chapter 57

Which primary health care provider order will the nurse perform first for a client with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) who has a serum sodium level of 105 mEq/L (105 mmol/L)? a. Administering an infusion of 150 mL hypertonic saline over the next 3 hours b. Drawing blood for hemoglobin and hematocrit levels c. Measuring serial weights at the same daily with the client wearing the same amount of clothing d. Inserting an indwelling catheter and monitoring urine output

d. Inserting an indwelling catheter and monitoring urine output

Which client report of changes in appearance indicates to the nurse that a client's adrenal insufficiency is related to direct malfunction of the adrenal glands? a. 5-lb weight loss b. Dry, cracked lips c. Thinning pubic hair d. Skin darkening

d. Skin darkening

Which action immediately after a hypophysectomy will the nurse instruct a client to avoid to prevent harm? (Select all that apply.) a. Bending at the waist b. Talking c. Deep breathing d. Coughing e. Wearing makeup f. Using dental floss

a. Bending at the waist d. Coughing

For which change reported by a client taking bromocriptine therapy to manage hyperpituitarism will the nurse notify the primary health care provider immediately to prevent harm? a. Chest pain b. Constipation c. Headache d. Increased sleepiness

a. Chest pain

For which symptoms will the nurse instruct the family and client who is being treated for diabetes insipidus (DI) to call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department? (Select all that apply.) a. Decreased urine output b. Hypotension c. Weigh gain of more than 2.2 lb (1 kg) in 24 hours d. Persistent headache e. Hyperglycemia f. Acute confusion

a. Decreased urine output c. Weigh gain of more than 2.2 lb (1 kg) in 24 hours d. Persistent headache f. Acute confusion

What is the nurse's best action when noticing that the phlebotomist, who plans to draw blood from the client with severe hypercortisolism, displays symptoms of a cold? a. Ensuring the phlebotomist wears a facemask while in the client's room b. Asking the phlebotomist to delay the blood draw c. Monitoring the client closely for cold-like symptoms d. Placing a facemask on the client

a. Ensuring the phlebotomist wears a facemask while in the client's room

Which change in serum electrolyte values in the past 12 hours for a client with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) being treated with tolvaptan will the nurse report immediately to the health care provider? a. Serum sodium increases from 122 mEq/L to 140 mEq/L. b. Serum potassium decreases from 4.2 mEq/L to 3.8 mEq/L. c. Serum chloride decreases from 109 mEq/L to 99 mEq/L. d. Serum calcium increases from 9.5 mg/dL to 10.2 mg/dL.

a. Serum sodium increases from 122 mEq/L to 140 mEq/L.

Which assessment finding in a client with diagnosis of diabetes insipidus (DI) indicates to the nurse that desmopressin therapy is effective? a. Urine output of 30 to 50 mL/hr b. Blood glucose level of 110 mg/dL (6.1 mmol/L) c. Respiratory rate of 20 breaths/min d. Potassium level of 3.9 mEq/L (mmol/L)

a. Urine output of 30 to 50 mL/hr

Which statement made by the client who is going home after a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy indicates to the nurse correct understanding of actions to prevent complications from this treatment? a. "While I am awake, I will be sure to cough and deep breathe at least every 2 hours." b. "I will keep the cat food bowl on my counter so that I do not have to bend over." c. "Whenever I am out-of-doors in the sunshine, I will wear dark glasses." d. "If the dressing gets wet, I will wash the incision line and redress it immediately."

b. "I will keep the cat food bowl on my counter so that I do not have to bend over."

What is the nurse's best response when a client, who has been taking high-dose corticosteroid therapy for a month for a problem that has now resolved, asks you why she needs to continue taking the corticosteroid? a. "Corticosteroids are a type of hormone, and once you have been started on a replacement hormone, you must continue the hormone replacement therapy for the rest of your life." b. "The drug suppressed your own adrenal gland secretion of corticosteroids. Slowly decreasing the dose over time allows your adrenal glands to start adequate secretion again." c. "It is possible for your health problem to recur when corticosteroid therapy is halted suddenly." d. "The drug suppressed your immune system while you were taking it. Slowly decreasing the dose over time prevents your immune system from starting up too quickly and causing allergic reactions."

b. "The drug suppressed your own adrenal gland secretion of corticosteroids. Slowly decreasing the dose over time allows your adrenal glands to start adequate secretion again."

What is the nurse's best response when a client with Cushing syndrome screams at her husband, bursts into tears, throws her water pitcher against the wall, and then says "I feel like I am going crazy"? a. "You must learn to control your behavior. Because you are disturbing others, I am going to keep the door to your room closed and restrict your visitors." b. "You feel this way because of your high hormone levels. Your health care provider can prescribe an antianxiety drug for you." c. "I will tell your primary health care provider order a psychiatric consult for you." d. "You are probably feeling this way because you are frightened about having a chronic disease. Would you like some information about a support group?"

b. "You feel this way because of your high hormone levels. Your health care provider can prescribe an antianxiety drug for you."

For which client will the nurse question the prescription for long-term androgen therapy? a. A 40-year-old who also has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). b. A 52-year-old with a history of prostate cancer treatment. c. A 30-year-old who is taking antiviral therapy for HIV disease. d. A 66-year-old with impotence that is resistant to standard erectile dysfunction therapy.

b. A 52-year-old with a history of prostate cancer treatment.

Clients who have deficiencies of which hormones will the nurse assess for increased risk of life-threatening consequences? a. Prolactin and prolactin inhibiting hormone (PIH) b. Adrenocorticotrophicn hormone (ACTH) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) c. Growth hormone (GH) and melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) d. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH)

b. Adrenocorticotrophicn hormone (ACTH) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

Which assessment finding in a client with hyperaldosteronism indicates to the nurse that the condition is becoming more severe? a. Urine output for the past 24 hours has increased. b. Client reports numbness and tingling around the mouth. c. Temperature is now elevated. d. pH is now 7.43.

b. Client reports numbness and tingling around the mouth.

In collaboration with the registered dietitian nutritionist, which dietary alterations will the nurse instruct a client with Cushing disease to make? a. High carbohydrate, low potassium, and fluid restriction b. Low carbohydrate, high calorie, and low sodium c. Low protein, high carbohydrate, and low calcium d. High protein, high carbohydrate, and low potassium

b. Low carbohydrate, high calorie, and low sodium

Which client symptom appearing after a head injury suffered in a car crash is most relevant for the nurse to consider the possibility of diabetes insipidus (DI)? a. New-onset hypertension. b. The client reports extreme salt craving. c. No change in urine output with minimal fluid intake. d. The client's headache is gradually increasing in intensity.

c. No change in urine output with minimal fluid intake.

Which question asked by a 48-year-old client with sleep apnea whose blood glucose level is elevated suggests to the nurse the possibility of a growth hormone excess? a. "Do you think if I lost weight my sleep apnea would improve?" b. "Why do I feel thirsty all the time?" c. "How can I make my skin less itchy?" d. "Does everyone's feet get bigger during menopause?"

d. "Does everyone's feet get bigger during menopause?"

Which question is most relevant to ask a male client suspected to have a gonadotropin deficiency? a. "Are you experiencing any pain during sexual intercourse?" b. "Do you work with or have hobbies that involve exposure to chemicals?" c. "Have you gained or lost any weight recently?" d. "How often do you need to shave your face?"

d. "How often do you need to shave your face?"

The nurse has just received report on a group of clients. Which client is the nurse's first priority? a. A 42-year-old with diabetes insipidus who has a dose of desmopressin due. b. A 35-year-old with hyperaldosteronism who has a serum potassium of 3.0 mEq/L (3.0 mmol/L). c. A 50-year-old with pituitary adenoma who is reporting a severe headache. d. A 28-year-old with acute adrenal insufficiency who has a blood glucose of 36 mg/dL (2.0 mmol/L).

d. A 28-year-old with acute adrenal insufficiency who has a blood glucose of 36 mg/dL (2.0 mmol/L).

For which assessment finding in a client who had a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy yesterday will the nurse notify the primary health care provider immediately? a. Dry lips and oral mucosa on examination b. Nasal drainage that tests negative for glucose c. Urine specific gravity of 1.016 d. Client report of a headache and stiff neck

d. Client report of a headache and stiff neck