Author Question: A client with a suspected tumor of the hypothalamus asks what kinds of tests will be done. What ... (Read 85 times)

SGallaher96 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client with a suspected tumor of the hypothalamus asks what kinds of tests will be done. What should the nurse respond?

1. A urine glucose would be needed.
2. A T4 will need to be drawn.
3. The client will have an MRI.
4. The client will need a radioactive iodine (RAI) uptake test.

Question 2

A client is experiencing an alteration of the adrenal cortex. What should the nurse expect to assess if excess cortisol is being produced in this client?

1. Bronze color over knuckles
2. Lethargy
3. Anorexia
4. Weight gain

frankwu0507 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3

1. A urine glucose is used for suspected diabetes.
2. A T4 is drawn for thyroid disorders.
3. An MRI is the test of choice for tumors of the hypothalamus or pituitary gland.
4. RAI is done for thyroid disorders.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. Bronze color of the knuckles is seen with underproduction of cortisol.
2. Lethargy is characteristic of a client with decreased cortisol.
3. Anorexia is a sign of low levels of hormones produced by the adrenal cortex.
4. Weight gain is a sign of overproduction of cortisol.