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darbym82

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A female patient has been prescribed aminoglutethimide to treat Cushing syndrome. Before therapy begins a priority nursing action would be to review the patient's
 
  A) current lab results, especially complete blood count.
  B) current body weight and height.
  C) bilirubin level.
  D) last menstrual period.

Question 2

A nurse is providing patient education to a female patient who is taking fludrocortisone. The nurse will instruct the patient to monitor which of the following at home?
 
  A) Weight gain
  B) Thyroid hormone levels
  C) Heart rate
  D) Core body temperature



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Answer to Question 1

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