Nurs 260 Final Exam

The client has hypothyroidism

A client who underwent laryngotomy with depression, increased sensitivity to cold, and constipation. On assessment, the nurse finds a puffy face and periorbital edema. The blood report shows a high TSH level. What does the nurse interpret from the findings.

Leukopenia

A client with an infection was brought to the hospital. The complete blood count with differential report shows a white blood cell count of 3000/uL. Which condition has the client developed?

-delay in gastric emptying -glycose-dependent insulin secretion -suppression of postprandial glucagon

A client with diabetes is prescribed exenatide (Byetta). What are the immediate effects of the drug that could be observed in the client?

Supportive treatment with dialysis and plasma exchange

A client with hemolytic-uremic syndrome reports fever, abdominal pain, pale skin, bruising, and bleeding of the skin. Which medication or treatment will be beneficial for the client?

road trip

A client's pulse oximetry reading is 100%; however, the hemoglobin is 8.5g/dL. The client spouse asked the nurse what activities the client can safely carry out. Which activity would the nurse recommend?

Road Trip

A clients pulse oximetry reading is 100%; however, the hemoglobin level is 8.5 g/dL. The client spouse asks the nurse what activities a client can safely carry out. Which activity were the nurse recommend?

Diabetes insipidus.

A man has a urine output of 6 to 8 L/day. He presents with hypernatremia, dehydration, and his antidiuretic hormone (ADH) level is very low. Although he has had no intake for 4 hours, there is no change in his polyuria. These are indications of:

-It is used to dissolve the clot -It is used to reestablish blood flow -It is used to convert plasminogen to plasmin

A nurse is caring for a 50-year-old client with symptoms of trouble in speaking, sudden numbness, and weakness of the face. The client is diagnosed with a stroke. A physician orders thrombolytic therapy. How is thrombolytic therapy effective to treat the condition?

Performing plasmapheresis

A nurse is caring for a client who feels tired and weak and reports shortness of breath and pink or purple spots on the skin. The client is diagnosed with thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. Which is the most effective intervention for this client?

The prothrombin time test

A nurse is caring for a client who reports with severe bleeding. The primary health-care provider prescribes diagnostic test that would measure the time taken for the blood to clot and examine the extrinsic pathway of coagulation cascade. Which diagnostic test does the nurse expect to be performed?

All of the above: -placing the client and protective isolation -limiting visitors with cold and infections -ensuring that all visitors wash their hands before coming in contact with the client

A nurse is formulating a nursing diagnosis for a client with chronic lymphoid leukemia. Which nursing measures should be included in the process?

Neutrophilia

A nurse is reviewing the complete blood count of a client who presents with an infection. It shows that the white blood cell count is 9,000 mL, neutrophil count is 8,500, Leukocyte count is 4,000, eosinophil count is 600/mL, basophil is 1%. What should the nurse use when documenting this finding?

-consuming orange juice daily will increase iron absorption -adding meat to my diet will improve iron deficiency -adding broccoli, beans, and tomato sauce to my diet will help improve iron deficiency

A nurse is teaching a client with iron-deficiency anemia about the Dyer that he or she has to follow. Which statements made by the client indicates effective learning?

The patient has low levels of anti-diuretic hormone.

A patient has central diabetes insipidus. The nurse recognizes this means:

-It is also known as tissue factor pathway -It leads to the ultimate conversion of fibrinogen into fibrin -It leads to the conversion of prothrombin

A registered nurse is teaching a student nurse about the features of the extrinsic pathway of the coagulation cascade. Assess the statements made by the student nurse and choose the ones that indicate effective learning.

Acetaminophen is used to manage pain during vaso-occlusive episodes

A registered nurse is teaching a student nurse about the treatments given for sickle cell anemia. Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective teaching?

crowding of platelets by the cell

The complete blood count report of a client, the enlarged lymph nodes, and epistaxis indicate that the client has developed acute lymphocytis leukemia. What could be the reason for the occurrence of epistaxis in the client?

Beta Thalassemia

The complete blood count with differential of a client who complains of weakness shows the following.

Decreased Aldosterone

The dehydration and hyponatremia in Addison's disease can best be explained by:

Aplastic anemia Von Willebrand disease Renal failure

The following conditions can decrease the number of circulating platelets or cause defective coagulation. Select all that apply.

The client has hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome

The laboratory report of client shows arterial blood pH of 7.6 blood glucose level of 650 mg/dL, and serum bicarbonate level of 17 mEq/L. What does the nurse infer from these laboratory findings?

Insulin purging

The mother of an adolescent diabetic client tells the nurse, "My daughter is skipping insulin doses frequently because she is concerned about weight gain" Which condition does the nurse document for this client?

secondary hypothyroidism

The nurse finds that the symptoms of thyroid dysfunction in a client are due to abnormal pituitary activity. The client's laboratory report shows a low TSH level, which supports the nurse's finding. What type of endocrine disorder is likely present in the client?

Use a soft toothbrush for oral care

The nurse is analyzing the report of a five-year-old client with leukemia, who is receiving chemotherapy. The platelet count is 20,000 per microliter. What would be the best intervention for the nurse to include in the clients plan of care?

Somogyi effect

The nurse is assessing the blood glucose levels of a client at regular intervals. The nurse finds 55 mg/dL of blood glucose at 2 am and 150mg/dL at 7am. Which mechanism does the nurse suspect behind the change in the glucose levels in the client?

Client 3: 115/75, 100mg/dL, 70mg/dL, 140 mg/dL

The nurse is assessing the medical records of different clients with diabetes. Which client has a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease?

The client has destruction of beta cells

The nurse is caring for a client with immune mediated type 1 diabetes. What would the nurse expect to be the cause for this condition in the client?

The client has phechromocytoma

The nurse is caring for a client with seizures, severely elevated blood pressure, and impaired mentation. The primary health-care provider suspects the client's condition is an endocrine disorder. A 24-hour urinalysis report shows an excess amount of catecholamine metabolites. What might be the diagnosis of client?

Deep vein thrombosis.

The nurse is caring for a patient post a knee replacement. The patient has not been able to get up and walk for two days since the surgery. The nurse knows the patient is at risk for which of the following?

Client 1

The nurse is caring for four clients in a health-care setting diagnosed with different endocrine disorders.

Leukopenia.

The nurse is reviewing the complete blood count of a client who presents with a fever, it shows that the white blood cell count is 3000/microliter. What should the nurse use when documenting this finding?

Client 2 (female, waist circumference: 37 inches, Triglyceride levels 160mg/dL)

The nurse is reviewing the medical records of different clients. Which client does the nurse expect to have metabolic syndrome?

The client is prescribed bisphosphonates to stimulate osteoclast activity

The nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about treatment strategies that are beneficial to a client with hyperparathyroidism. Which statement of the student nurse does the nurse correct?

immunosuppression

The nurse observes a diabetic client who has a wound that has not healed for a long time. Which condition does the nurse suspect in the client?

The client has acanthosis nigricans

The nurse observes hyperigmented, velvety macular lesions on the neck during the assessment of a diabetic client. What does the nurse infer from this observation?

Administering 50 mL of 50% dextrose intravenously

The nurse observes sweating, dizziness, and disorientation in the client and consults the primary health-care provider while caring for a diabetic client. Which treatment option would be most beneficial to the client?

Client 4 (hypoparaththyroidism)

The nurse observes the final diagnosis of four clients in their case reports as given below. In which client does the nurse notice the presence of Chvostek sign and Trousseu sign

A glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) value of 7

The nurse reviews the laboratory reports of a client and concludes that the client has diabetes. Which finding helped the nurse to reach this conclusion?

albumin in urine

The nurse reviews the laboratory reports of a diabetic client and concludes that the client has diabetic nephropathy. Which finding supports the nurse's conclusion.

-sleep disturbance -vivid nightmares -morning headache

The nurse suspects nocturnal hypoglycemia in a diabetic client. Which symptoms can the nurse expect to observe in this client?

Secretion of ADH

The posterior pituitary is responsible for the:

Fluids should be administered before administering intravenous (IV) insulin to the client.

The registered nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about managing hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS) in clients. Which response of a student nurse indicates effective learning?

All of the above: -exposure to intense radiation causes cancer -contact with benzene causes cancer -damaged deoxyribonucleic acid causes cancer

The registered nurse is teaching a student nurse about hematological cancer. Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective learning?

Thrombocytopenia..

The term for a low number of platelets, fewer than 100,000/uL which can cause bleeding.

Thrombocytosis

The term for an excessive number of platelets, more than 750,000/uL, which can cause excessive clotting.

Hyperglycemia greater than___250______mg/dl Ketonuria and ketonemia Metabolic acidosis

There are three (3) major diagnostic criteria of DKA:

Fondaparinux is a parenteral form anticoagulant

Two clients are admitted into a heatlh-care unit for clotting-related conditions. One of the clients is prescribed with the drug fondaparinux; whereas, the other client is prescribed dabigatran. How is fondaparinux different from dabigatran?

Polyphagia

Typically seen in Type 1 diabetes mellitus, one of the classic symptoms that is a result of cellular starvation and lack of glucose transport is called:

They arise from abnormal proliferation of T lymphocytes

What causes lymphoma's?

Reed-Sternberg cell Epstein-Barr virus

What cell is used to diagnose Hodgkin lymphoma? What virus is found in these cells?

HL develops from a specific abnormal B lymphocyte line, whereas NHL may derive from either abnormal B or T cells and sometimes NK cells.

What cells are involved in Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma?

Persons with prediabetes have blood glucose levels higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. A fasting blood glucose level greater than or equal to 126 mg/dL is considered diabetes.

What does it mean for a patient to be diagnosed as pre-diabetic?

The variation in red blood cell size and width.

What does red blood cell distribution width indicate?

Living at high altitudes

What factor would contribute to a client having a high hemoglobin count?

A disorder characterized by overproliferation of all blood cells in the bone marrow.

What is Polycythemia?

Transfuse fresh frozen plasma

What is a supportive treatment for a client with disseminated intravascular coagulation?

When hypothyroidism is untreated, it can progress to myxedema coma, a serious illness with a high mortality rate. There are severe hypothyroid symptoms, as well as susceptibility to SIADH, hypoglycemia, and hyponatremia. If left untreated, the symptoms will progress to confusion and coma.

What is myxedema coma? What causes it?

Performing pheresis to remove whole blood from the donor.

What is the best intervention for immediately lowering the platelet count to safer levels in a client diagnosed with severe life-threatening thrombocytosis

Leukocytes

What is the other name for white blood cells?

Hypoglycemia occurs when blood glucose levels fall to lower than 70 mg/dL. A blood glucose level greater than or equal to 200 mg/dL is referred to as hyperglycemia.

When does hypoglycemia occur? When does hyperglycemia occur?

The alpha cells of the pancreatic islets of Langerhans

Where is glucagon secreted?

The pancreas

Where is insulin secreted?

Glipizide (Glucotrol)

Which antidiabetic medication is a sulfonylurea?

Signals a receptor on fat or muscle cells that allow glucose to enter the cell.

Which best describes the action of insulin?

Platelets

Which blood component is developed from megakaryocytes?

Liver and muscle cells

Which cells can store the largest amounts of glycogen?

11q13

Which chromosomal genetic mutations are associated with the cause of pituitary adenoma?

White blood count of 52,000/microliter

Which clinical sign signifies leukocytosis?

seizure

Which complication is suspected in a client whose blood sugar is less than 30 mg/dL?

Cushing's syndrome

Which condition exhibits "moon facies" as a characteristic symptom?

Excess blood loss from the body

Which condition leads to increased reticulocyte count in blood?

Hyperuricemia

Which condition would a nurse expect in a client with polycythemia vera?

-hypothermia -alkalosis

Which conditions increase the hemoglobin affinity for oxygen?

Cretinism

Which congenital condition occurs due to thyroid hormone deficiency during embryonic development and early neonatal life?

Decreased red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets

Which diagnostic findings is most likely to be observed in a client with aplastic anemia?

C-peptide test

Which diagnostic test helps in detecting the natural insulin secretion from the pancreas?

Radioactive iodine scan

Which diagnostic test is useful for defecting hyperactivity of the thyroid gland during an evaluation of a thyroid disorder?

octreotide scintigraphy

Which diagnostic test would be beneficial to rule out ectopic ACTH-secreting tumors in the body?

Cushing's syndrome.

Which disorder is caused by an increase in the hormone that are secreted from the adrenal gland?

panhypopituitarism

Which disorder is described as the complete loss of all of the pituitary hormones?

-hyperkalemia -hyponatremia

Which electrolyte disturbances occur due to low levels of aldosterone?

Graves disease

Which endocrine disorder involves treatment using antithyroid hormone medication such as propylthiouracil (PTU)

The pituitary gland

Which endocrine gland is called the master gland?

Disturbances in blood flow

Which factor leads to enhanced platelet activity activity?

High erythropoietin level

Which is a characteristic of secondary polycythemia?

renal failure

Which is the most common cause of erythropoietin deficiency?

diabetic ketoacidosis

Which is the most common complication expected in clients with type 1 diabetes?

Bromocriptine

Which medication does the primary health-care provider prescribe for the treatment of prolactinoma in a client with hyperpituitarism?

Hyperthyroidism can increase the risk for cardiac arrhythmias.

Which of the following accurately describe the effect of hyperthyroidism on the cardiovascular system?

Glomerular thickening and dysfunction Numbness, tingling, and pain in extremities Retinopathy

Which of the following are chronic complications of diabetes mellitus? Choose all that apply.

A systemic disorder of excessive clotting and bleeding.

Which of the following best describes Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia

Which of the following is the most common type of leukemia seen in the United States, mostly in older Caucasian males?

47-year-old male who had a gastrectomy procedure (removal of the stomach).

Which of the following patients is at the highest risk for developing pernicious anemia?

Bone Marrow

Which part of the body produces white blood cells?

-Poor skin turgor -Dry mucous membranes

Which signs or symptoms does the nurse observe while assessing a client with diabetes insipidus?

They can mature into platelets.

Which statement is true regarding megakaryoctyes?

The clotting time is measured by activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT).

Which statement made by the nurse indicates effective learning about the coagulation factors and intrinsic pathway?

-platelet formation is stimulated by the hormone thrombopoietin -Platelets spend one-third of their lives in the spleen -Platelet adhesion results in the activation of the glycoprotein

Which statements are correct regarding platelets?

-It converts fibrinogen to fibrin -It stores vitamin K in fatty tissue -It converts thrombin into prothrombin

Which statements are true regarding the final pathway in the coagulation cascade?

All of the above: -severe dehydration -stupor -confusion

Which symptom is associated with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome?

-anhidrosis -gastroparesis -postural hypotension

Which symptoms does the nurse observe in a client with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)?

-polyuria -confusion -polydipsia

Which symptoms does the nurse observe in a client with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)?

5 x 10^6

Which value indicates normal number of red blood cells per liter in males?

3.8 mcg/dL

Which value of cortisol levels would the nurse expect to find in the laboratory report of a client with Cushing's disease

Macrophages

Which white blood cells are the first responders in defense against antigens?

-Seizures -memory disturbances

While assessing a client with a pineal tumor, the nurse finds disturbed vision. Which other signs and symptoms are associated with this disorder?

250 mg/dL

While preparing a client for the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), the nurse asks the client to ingest soda which contains 80g of carbohydrates. After 2 hours, the nurse measures the postprandial blood glucose level and concludes that the client has diabetes. Which blood glucose finding supports the nurse's conclusion?

Thrombocytopenia.

While reviewing a client's medical history, a nurse understands that the client is at risk of bleeding because the client's platelet count is 80,000/uL. Which condition is this?

When stressed, the body prepares itself by ensuring that enough sugar or energy is readily available. Insulin levels fall, glucagon and epinephrine (adrenaline) levels rise and more glucose is released from the liver.

Why do glucagon levels increase during high levels of physical stress?

Because of excessive thrombin activation.

Why do platelet count drops in DIC?

Because of excessive exogenous insulin, inadequate food intake, stress, excessive physical activity, infection, illness, alcohol abuse, drug interactions, surgery, and excess insulin or oral antidiabetic medication.

Why does hypoglycemia occur?

To evaluate residual pancreatic function

Why does the nurse use the C-peptide test for a type 1 diabetic client?

Lymphocytosis

a 2-year-old client has been brought to the hospital with a fever. The complete blood count report shows a lymphocyte count of 10,000 per microliter, eosinophil count of 1%, and neutrophil count of 2%. What condition has a client developed?

Iron-deficiency anemia

A client presents to the hospital with complaints of chest pain. The complete blood count report of the client shows the following.

Hodgkin's lymphoma

The complete blood count report of a 45-year-old client, who reports an unintended weight loss, is documented.

Anemia

The complete blood count report of a client who complains of headache and weakness shows the following.

Neutrophilia.

The complete blood count report of a client with a high fever as a result of infection is documented.

High blood urea nitrogen

A client reports abdominal pain. fever, and fatigue. On assessment, the client is diagnosed with hemolytic-uremic syndrome. Which abnormal diagnostic test result could further confirm the diagnosis?

Cisplatin

A client reports fullness of the stomach, fatigue nausea, vomiting, and abdominal bloating. The client is diagnosed with stomach cancer. Which mediation does the nurse expect the primary health-care provider to prescribe?

Disseminated intravascular coagulation

A client reports shortness of breath and severe pain in the back, chest, and muscles. Which condition could the client possibly be diagnosed with?

Decreased number of white blood cells

A client reports unsteadiness, vertigo, dizziness, and seizures. On assessment, the client is diagnosed with essential thrombocytosis. What is the abnormal result found during the diagnosis?

arginine vasopressin

A client tells the nurse, "I've been feeling excessively thirsty for the last 2 days." On examination, the nurse finds the client has poor skin turgor, low blood pressure, and dry skin. A computed tomography scan of the client's head shows a pituitary tumor. Which treatment does the nurse expect to be prescribed by the primary health-care provider?

Occurs in children

A client visits a health-care unit with acute immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Which is a unique feature of acute immune thrombocytopenic purpura?

All of the above: -Cheilitis -Koilonychias -Glossitis

A client who complains of weakness is found to have developed anemia. Which physical manifestation should the nurse look for to confirm that the client has developed iron deficiency anemia?

Managing pain

A child with sickle cell anemia experiences vaso-occlusive episodes. Which is the primary nursing objective while caring for the child?

Avoid invasive procedures

A client comes to the hospital with petechiae. The complete blood count report shows a decrease in the platelet count. What should the nurse include in the plan of care based on the information?

Eosinophils

A client comes to the hospital with symptoms of an allergic reaction from an antibiotic. Which blood cells would show an increase in the complete blood count report?

Eosinophils.

A client comes to the hospital with symptoms of an allergic reaction from an antibiotic. Which blood cells would show an increase in the complete blood count report?

Foods rich in iron

A client has developed microcytic hypochromic anemia. Which dietary intervention should the nurse provide the client?

-Conivaptan -Furosemide -Tetracyclines

A client is admitted to the emergency room with complaints of impaired mentation, two episodes of seizures, nausea, and vomiting. The blood studies reveal hyponatremia, a high ADH level, and low serum osmolality. The urine study shows high urine osmolality. Which medications would be beneficial to the client in this situation?

Visual disturbance

A client is diagnosed with multiple endocrine neoplasia. Which sign or symptoms observed in the client indicates the presence of pituitary tumors?

Hemolytic-uremic syndrome

A 10-year-old client is brought to the hospital with complaints of bloody diarrhea. The client was learning to swim. The vital signs of the client show show a body temperature of 101 degrees and blood pressure of 125/85 mm Hg. With which condition might the client be diagnosed?

Big, oval red blood cells.

A 2-year-old malnourished boy has vitamin B12 and folate deficiencies. The nurse would expect to see what type of cells?

Your partner and you should consult a genetic counselor

A 27-year-old male client tells the nurse that his siblings have sickle cell anemia, and he is concerned that his children might be affected by sickle cell anemia in the future. Which is the most appropriate advice the nurse should provide the client?

Inflammation

A 30-year-old client who presents with symptoms of redness, heat, and pain in the joints undergoes a complete blood count test. The blood report shows an increased white blood cell count. Which condition does this indicate.

Hemolytic anemia

A 34-year-old male presents in the emergency room with extreme fatigue and shortness of breath. His skin and sclera of his eyes have a yellowish discoloration. This finding is consistent with which type of anemia?

Reed-Sternberg cells

A 35 year old male has enlarged lymph nodes in the neck. He was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. Which of the following abnormal cells would be expected with this disease?

Thrombocytopenia

A 35-year-old male client with severe bleeding from an accident is brought to a hospital. The result of the complete blood count report shows red blood cells (RBCs) at 4.9 millions/mL, white blood cells (WBCs) at 5,000/mL, platelets at 80,000/mL, and hemoglobin at 12 grams/deciliter. Which condition has the client developed?

Microcytic hypochromic anemia

A 39-year-old client complains that he/she feels tired all the time. The client has tachycardia and is pale. They complete blood count with differential reports shows the hemoglobin count as 10 g/dL and the mean corpuscular volume as 75 femoliters. Which condition has the client developed?

Chronic myelogenous leukemia

A 50-year-old client worked in the radiation department at the hospital for six years. He reports weakness and fatigue. The complete blood report of the client is documented.

Destruction of bone

A 65 year old patient is diagnosed with Multiple myeloma. He complains of severe pain. Which of the following could be the cause of the pain?

myelodysplastic syndrome

A 65-year-old client undergoes chemotherapy for treating cancer. A complete blood count report after chemotherapy shows red blood cells -3.02 million cells/mL, white blood cells -3,200 cells /mL, and platelets -100,000/mL. What disorder does the nurse suspect in the client?

-clients arterial blood pH of 6 -serum bicarbonate level of 12 mEq/L -blood glucose level of 30 mg/dL

After reviewing the laboratory reports of a client with diabetes, the nurse finds that the client has diabetic ketoacidosis. Which findings support the nurses conclusions?

High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol of 40 mg/dL, blood pressure of 138/90mm Hg and fasting blood glucose level of 130 mg/dL/

After reviewing the medical records of a 35-year-old female client, the nurse concludes that the client has metabolic syndrome. Which findings helped the nurse to reach this conclusion<

Monoclonalgammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS)

An 85-year-old client comes to the hospital and reports severe back pain. The clients blood report shows IgA concentration of 2 g/daL and plasma cells of 8% in the bone marrow. The client does not show symptoms of anemia or hypercalcemia. Based on these findings, what should the nurse suspect?

A lymphocyte count less than 3000 per microliter in children.

An eight-year-old child presents to the hospital with a lymphocytopenia. Based on this diagnosis, what would the nurse expect to find?

Hyperthyroidism and exophthalmos

Graves' disease involves:

Intermittent-grade lymphoma

Client comes to the hospital with reports of chest pain due to lymphoma. Reports show that the lymphoma cells have a rapid growth, but are curable. How would this lymphoma be classified?

The release of high amounts of uric acid

Client with leukemia received chemotherapy two days ago and has subsequently developed acute renal failure. Which laboratory results should the nurse assess?

Bleeding diathesis

Hey 65-year-old client is diagnosed with aplastic anemia. Which condition should the nurse monitor primarily in the client?

It occurs in the bone marrow.

How does primary thrombocytosis differ from secondary thrombocytosis?

-Both heparin and warfarin are based on a partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) value which requires 30-45 seconds.

How does the drug heparin compare to the drug warfarin?

-CT scan of whole head -MRI scans of whole head -Blood studies of tropic hormones

The caregiver of a client tells the nurse, "The client has coarsening of facial features and enlarged bones in the face" On assessment of the client, the nurse finds that the client has a high blood pressure and visual impairment. Which diagnostic tests does the primary health-care provider prescribe for further confirmation?

Urine output decreases below 30 mL/ hour

Following an accident, the client arrives to the emergency room bleeding profusely. He had an estimated 15% to 30% blood loss from the body. What happens to the urine output of the body in this condition?

Client 3 (pheochromocytoma)

Four clients are diagnosed with different endocrine disorders are given below. Which client would be prescribed a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the abdomen to visualize the adrenal gland?

It can be administered subcutaneously

Low molecular weight heparin is a class of anticoagulant medications. Which is a characteristic of low molecular weight heparin?

Hyperparathyroidism

Mrs. Follett has been admitted with complaints of renal calculi, multiple bone fractures, and occasional cardiac dysrhythmias. The recognizes these symptoms are consistent with:

Treatments are aimed at reducing complications, but do not care of the condition.

Nurse is caring for a child with sickle cell anemia. The parent is asking the nurse about a treatment that will cure the child. Which is the best answer the nurse can provide the parent?

Leukocytosis

On reviewing the blood reports of a client who presents with a fever, the nurse finds that the white blood cell count is 13,000/mL. What term should the nurse use when documenting this finding?

AB positive

People with what blood type are know as universal recipients?