The nurse is instructing a patient with low levels of circulating ...

[bobthebuilder]

The nurse is instructing a patient with low levels of circulating thyroid hormone. The nurse should encourage the patient to increase foods containing which nutrient?
 
  1. iodine
  2. calcium
  3. phosphorus
  4. vitamin D

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an interview with an adult female patient. Which questions should the nurse ask that focus on genetic factors that influence the endocrine system?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. Did you have any difficulties with your pregnancies?
  2. What was the pattern and characteristics of your menstrual cycle?
  3. Did you have any problems related to menopause?
  4. Have you noticed any changes in your breasts?
  5. Have you noticed any changes in the color of your urine or feces?

[Ksanderson1296]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Iodine is necessary for adequate thyroid hormone secretion. Calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D do not affect thyroid hormone secretion.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Questions for the female patient that could identify genetic factors affecting the patient would focus on problems with menstruation, pregnancy, and/or menopause. The other responses are appropriate for assessing endocrine function but do not focus on possible genetic influences.