This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The nurse's major contribution to the care of a patient with Cushing syndrome is that of __________ ... (Read 80 times)

Diane

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 576
on: Jun 25, 2018
The nurse's major contribution to the care of a patient with Cushing syndrome is that of __________ and __________.
 
  Fill in the blanks with correct word

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating the laboratory results of a patient suspected of having hyperparathyroid-ism. Which finding(s) would be consistent with this condition? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Anorexia
  b. Decreased serum phosphate levels
  c. Diarrhea
  d. Agitation
  e. Increased serum calcium levels


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

olivia_paige29

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 334
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

education; support
support, education

Patients with Cushing syndrome have a frustrating time dealing with their own lability and fati-gue. They need support and education and referral for assistance.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, E
Hyperparathyroidism would result in anorexia, low serum phosphate, and increased serum cal-cium. Hyperparathyroidism would cause constipation rather than diarrhea and lethargy rather than agitation.


Diane

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 576
Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thank you


olivia_paige29

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 334
Reply #3 on: Jun 25, 2018
No problemo


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Cucumber slices relieve headaches by tightening blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the area, and relieving pressure.

Did you know?

Although not all of the following muscle groups are commonly used, intramuscular injections may be given into the abdominals, biceps, calves, deltoids, gluteals, laterals, pectorals, quadriceps, trapezoids, and triceps.

Did you know?

Patients should never assume they are being given the appropriate drugs. They should make sure they know which drugs are being prescribed, and always double-check that the drugs received match the prescription.

Did you know?

Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.

Did you know?

Since 1988, the CDC has reported a 99% reduction in bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, due to the introduction of the vaccine against it.

Critical thinking and implementing care Critical thinking and implementing care
Building competency in patient centered care Building competency in patient centered care
Nurse's hand over patients abdomen Nurse's hand over patients abdomen
Middle age brings greater career satisfaction than young adulthood, sometimes through major job ... Middle age brings greater career satisfaction than young adulthood, sometimes through major job ...
Some common eye disorders. (D) Conjunctival hemorrhage of the right eye of this patient with ... Some common eye disorders. (D) Conjunctival hemorrhage of the right eye of this patient with ...
A deletion of part of chromosome 5 is associated with cri du chat syndrome. By comparing the region A deletion of part of chromosome 5 is associated with cri du chat syndrome. By comparing the region
Video: Introduction to Insulin

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library