What is the master gland of the endocrine system?
a. Thyroid
b. Parathyroid
c. Pancreas
d. Pituitary
Question 2A patient with a history of Graves disease is admitted to the unit with shortness of breath. The nurse notes the patient's vital signs: T 103 F, P 160, R 24, BP 160/80. The nurse also notes distended neck veins. What does the patient most likely have?
a. Pulmonary embolism
b. Hypertensive crisis
c. Thyroid storm
d. Cushing crisis
Question 3How should the nurse administer insulin to prevent lipohypertrophy?
a. At room temperature
b. At body temperature
c. Straight from the refrigerator
d. After rolling bottle between hands to warm
Question 4What instructions should be included in the discharge instructions for a 47-year-old patient with hypothyroidism?
a. Taking medication whenever symptoms cause discomfort
b. Decreasing fluid and fiber intake
c. Consuming foods rich in iron
d. Seeing the physician regularly for follow-up care
Question 5A 27-year-old patient with hypothyroidism is referred to the dietitian for dietary consultation. What should nutritional interventions include?
a. Frequent small meals high in carbohydrates
b. Calorie-restricted meals
c. Caffeine-rich beverages
d. Fluid restrictions
Question 6What instructions should a nurse give to a diabetic patient to prevent injury to the feet?
a. Soak feet in warm water every day.
b. Avoid going barefoot and always wear shoes with soles.
c. Use of commercial keratolytic agents to remove corns and calluses are preferred to cutting off corns and calluses.
d. Use a heating pad to warm feet when they feel cool to the touch.
Question 7A patient, age 36, is scheduled for a unilateral orchiectomy for treatment of testicular cancer. He is withdrawn and does not initiate interaction with the nurse. What is the most appropriate nursing action at this time?
a. Carefully explain the postoperative activity restrictions.
b. Show him a diagram of what the orchiectomy will accomplish.
c. Assure him that he will have adequate future sexual functioning.
d. Assess his concerns related to his diagnosis and treatment.
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