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jessicacav

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A child is started on recombinant growth hormone. Which teaching point does the nurse provide the parents and child?
 
  A.
  Drink adequate fluids during the day.
  B.
  Encourage increased activity.
  C.
  Ensure proper oral hygiene.
  D.
  Weigh daily on the same scale.

Question 2

A pediatric dentist refers a child to an endocrinologist because of a concern about the child having so few teeth. Which laboratory testing does the nurse anticipate ordering for the child?
 
  A.
  24-hour urinalysis for cortisol
  B.
  Growth hormone stimulation test
  C.
  Serum testosterone
  D.
  Water deprivation test


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mrphibs

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Proper oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist are important because growth hormone treatments make the child's teeth softer and more prone to cavities. The other options do not address a specific issue related to this treatment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Growth hormone stimulation testing is often done with insulin or arginine. If the substance used does not stimulate an appropriate amount of growth hormone release, the diagnosis can be made. Measurements of cortisol are done to test adrenal gland function. Testosterone tests are done for sex hormone testing. The water deprivation test is done for diabetes insipidus.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Excellent

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Gracias!

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