Which finding for a patient who has hypothyroidism and hypertension indicates that the nurse should contact the health care provider before administering levothyroxine (Synthroid)?
a. Increased thyroxine (T4) level
b. Blood pressure 112/62 mm Hg
c. Distant and difficult to hear heart sounds
d. Elevated thyroid stimulating hormone level
Question 2
A patient who had radical neck surgery to remove a malignant tumor developed hypoparathyroidism. The nurse should plan to teach the patient about
a. bisphosphonates to reduce bone demineralization.
b. calcium supplements to normalize serum calcium levels.
c. increasing fluid intake to decrease risk for nephrolithiasis.
d. including whole grains in the diet to prevent constipation.
The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
Application of an ostomy bag or pouch: B, An ostomy nurse applying an ostomy bag to a stoma;
Teaching patient discharge instructions
Patient registration form.
Drugs for Hypothyroidism
Sandwich or capture enzyme immunoassay for patient IgM (double capture: IgM capture, Ag capture).