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ARLKQ

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Which process(es) does the nurse explain the endocrine system is primarily responsible for controlling? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Maturation
  b. Reproduction
  c. Stress response
  d. Sexual identity
  e. Growth

Question 2

The home health nurse is monitoring an 8-month-old child with hypothyroidism taking levothyroxine (Synthroid). Which symptoms does the nurse recognize as signs of overdose? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Tachycardia
  b. Irritability
  c. Vomiting
  d. Weight gain
  e. Diaphoresis


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ultraflyy23

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

ANS: A, B, C, E
The endocrine system governs maturation, reproduction, stress response, and sexual maturity. Sexual identity is a psychosocial response.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, E
All the options with the exception of weight gain and vomiting are indications of overdose of Synthroid. Weight loss is a symptom of overdose, however.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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