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Caiter2013

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After completing a health history the nurse realizes that an older patient is at risk for developing hypothyroidism. What data did the nurse collect during the health history? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Prescribed furosemide (Lasix) for hypertension
  2. Treatment for a non-thyroid autoimmune disease
  3. Previous treatment of neck cancer with external radiation
  4. Taking over-the-counter acetaminophen (Tylenol) for arthritis pain
  5. Five year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus that is controlled by diet

Question 2

A client in a long-term care facility has fallen. Assessment findings characteristic of a hip fracture include the client
 
  A) assuming a position with the injured leg shortened and externally rotated.
  B) having pain relieved by moving the affected extremity.
  C) having redness, tenderness, and severe swelling at the hip joint.
  D) bending the injured leg at the knee and internally rotating the leg.



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Answer to Question 1

1,2,3
Rationale: Risk factors for the development of hypothyroidism include certain medications such as furosemide (Lasix).

Answer to Question 2

A



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