NU 112- Nursing Concepts (Physiological Adaption)

Arrange in order of occurrence the steps involved in the changes during puberty.

1.Triggering of GnRH by the hypothalamus 2.Movement of GnRH through a network of capillaries to the anterior pituitary gland 3.Stimulation of production and secretion of FSH and LH 4.Stimulation of the gonadal response

Which muscle in the given figure turns the eye toward the nose?

2

Which catecholamine receptor is responsible for increased heart rate?

Beta-1 receptor

The nurse assesses the integumentary system of four clients. Which client has the least chance of a false-positive result while undergoing assessment of capillary refill time?

Client with epilepsy

An adolescent male complains of painful urination and yellow-green mucosal discharge from urethra without abdominal pain. Which condition is the client likely to have?

Epididymitis

The nurse is discussing insulin needs with an adolescent with recently diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Which information is important for the nurse to include concerning insulin administration?

Insulin will be required throughout life.

Which definition would the nurse use to explain osteoporosis?

It involves a decrease in bone substance

When arterial blood gases done on a client who is being resuscitated after cardiac arrest show a low pH, which factor is the likely cause of the laboratory result?

Lactic Acid Production

Which signs and symptoms are observed in the human body with a decrease in body temperature? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.

Shivering & Contraction of blood vessels

Which statement is true regarding varicoceles?

Varicoceles cause an elongation of the veins of the spermatic cord

Which degree of edema will result in a 6-mm deep indentation upon pressure application?

3+

The nurse notes that a client has mild hypothermia based on which body temperature?

35 degrees Celsius

Which goal would the nurse expect a client receiving treatment for bacterial cystitis to achieve before their discharge from the hospital?

Achieve relief of clinical symptoms and maintain kidney function.

Which hormonal deficiency causes diabetes insipidus in a client?

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Which clinical finding of an 8-year-old child with a history of asthma requires immediate intervention?

Audible wheezing

A client at 36 weeks' gestation presents with severe abdominal pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, a drop in blood pressure, and an increased pulse rate. Which complication of pregnancy is suggested by these signs and symptoms?

Complete abruptio placentae

Which foot disorder is caused by continual pressure over bony prominences?

Corn

The nurse cares for a client with an abnormal cortisol level. The nurse recalls which information about cortisol?

Cortisol stimulates gluconeogenesis

The nurse teaches a class about male anatomy. Identify the function of the structure pinpointed in the provided figure.

Holds the testes

While inspecting the external eye structure of a client, the nurse finds bulging of the eyes. Which condition would be suspected in the client?

Hyperthyroidism

Which clinical manifestation occurs in a client with vasopressin deficiency?

Hypotension

Which age-related effects on the immune system occur in the older client?

Increased autoantibodies

Which structure helps bend light rays and allows them to fall onto the retina?

Lens

Which benign condition of the client's skin is associated with the grouping of normal cells derived from melanocytelike precursor cells?

Nevi

Which skin damage is caused by chronic exposure to ultraviolet rays? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.

Photoaging, Wrinkling of skin

Which hormone has both inhibiting and releasing action?

Prolactin

The superior oblique muscle controls which eye movement?

Pulls the eye downward

Which type of skin lesion has a wavy border?

Serpiginous

Assessment of a primigravida at 32 weeks' gestation shows a blood pressure of 170/110 mm Hg, 4+ proteinuria, and edema of the face and extremities. With which complication are these findings consistent?

Severe preeclampsia

Which gland secretes melatonin?

The Pineal Gland