Suspected acromegaly Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1. A nurse is caring for a client who is Postoperative following a bilateral adrenalectomy. The Nurse should expect to administer glucocorticoids following the procedure to enhance which of the following therapeutic effects? B. Inhibit glucose metabolism C. Compensate for decreased cortisol levels D. Decrease susceptibility to infection E. Acts as a diuretic to maintain urine output Answer B Rational: with an adrenalectomy, the client requires glucocorticoids before, during, and after su...

Test Bank for APEA 3P Actual Exam Test Bank (APEA Question Bank) (Mostly Resourceful) Updated A+ APEA 3P Actual Exam Test Bank (APEA Question Bank) (Mostly Resourceful) APEA 1. When performing a visual acuity test the nurse practitioner notes 20/30 in the left eye and 20/40 in the right eye using the Snellen eye chart. This means: a) have the patient returning in two weeks for a follow up vision screen b) dilated the eye and retest c) refer the patient to an ophthalmologist d) documen...

1. A pt with suspected acromegaly is seen at the clinic. To assist in making the diagnosis, which question should the nurse ask? a. "Have you had a recent head injury?" b. "Do you have to wear larger shoes now?" c. "Is there any family history of acromegaly?" d. "Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety?" correct answer: B Rationale: Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and feet. Head injury and family history are not risk factors for acromegaly. Tremors and anxiety are no...

Endocrine Disorder NCLEX QuestionsA patient suspected of having acromegaly has an elevated plasma growth hormone level. In acromegaly, the nurse would also expect the patient's diagnostic results to include a. hyperinsulinemia b. a plasma glucose of less than 70 c. decreased growth hormone levels with an oral glucose challenge test d. a serum sometomedin C (insulin-like growth-factor) of more than 300 - correct answer d. a serum somatomedin C (Insulin-like-growth-factor) of more than 300 (...

ATI PROCTORED MEDICAL SURGICAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2023/2024 (UPDATED) ASSURED A+. A nurse is assessing a client who has manifestations of acromegaly. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Thinning of skeletal bone structure B. Concave chest wall C. High-pitched voice D. Increased head size - CORRECT ANSWER-Correct Answer: D. Increased head size A client who has acromegaly will present with an enlarged head size due to the excessive production of growth horm...

ATI PROCTORED MEDICAL SURGICAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2023/2024 (UPDATED) ASSURED A+. A nurse is assessing a client who has manifestations of acromegaly. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Thinning of skeletal bone structure B. Concave chest wall C. High-pitched voice D. Increased head size - CORRECT ANSWER-Correct Answer: D. Increased head size A client who has acromegaly will present with an enlarged head size due to the excessive production of growth horm...

ATI PROCTORED MEDICAL SURGICAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2023/2024 (UPDATED) ASSURED A+. A nurse is assessing a client who has manifestations of acromegaly. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Thinning of skeletal bone structure B. Concave chest wall C. High-pitched voice D. Increased head size - CORRECT ANSWER-Correct Answer: D. Increased head size A client who has acromegaly will present with an enlarged head size due to the excessive production of growth horm...

NCSBN Practice Questions 61-75 The nurse is coordinating care for a postpartum client and her newborn with the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). The mother is human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive. The nurse would recognize the need to educate the UAP, who is observed doing which of the following actions? A. Assist the mother who is attempting to breastfeed her baby B. Place the infant on his or her back in the bassinet C. Wear gloves while changing the newborn's soiled dia...

NU 185: Med-Surge II EXAM 4 Questions and Answers 100% Pass A client is admitted for removal of a goiter. Which nursing intervention should receive priority during the postoperative period? *Exam Cram Endocrine Assessing the Clients Airway A client is admitted for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Based on the client's diagnosis, the nurse would anticipate an order for? *Exam Cram Endocrine Calcium A client with Addison's Disease will most likely exhibit which symptom? *Exam Cram ...

Chapter 49: Endocrine Problems Lewis: Medical-Surgical Nursing, 10th Edition 1. A 40-yr-old patient with suspected acromegaly is seen at the clinic. To assist in making the diagnosis, which question should the nurse ask? a. "Have you had a recent head injury?" b. "Do you have to wear larger shoes now?" c. "Is there a family history of acromegaly?" d. "Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety?" - ANSWER-ANS: B Acromegaly causes an enlargement of the hands and feet. Head injury and famil...

The nurse obtains a complete family history of a client with a suspected endocrine disorder based on which rationale? 1. An allergy to iodine is inherited. 2. It helps determine the client's general status. 3. Endocrine disorders can be inherited. 4. Diet and drug histories are related to the family history. - Correct response: Endocrine disorders can be inherited. Explanation: Some endocrine disorders are inherited or have a tendency to run in families. Therefore, it is essential to t...