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ENagel

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse is caring for a patient with Addison's disease. The patient is scheduled for discharge in the morning. When teaching the patient about hormone replacement, the nurse instructs that too low a dose may be indicated by what?
 
  A) Weight gain
  B) Dizziness
  C) Increase in systolic blood pressure
  D) Headache

Question 2

A nurse who provides care at a community clinic is in contact with a diverse group of patients. Which of the following individuals most clearly displays risk factors for stroke?
 
  A) A man who is receiving oral antibiotics for the treatment of a chlamydial infection
  B) A woman who has osteoporosis, a history of fractures, and a family history of stroke
  C) An obese woman with a history of atrial fibrillation and type 2 diabetes
  D) A 70-year-old man who has benign prostatic hyperplasia and early stage Alzheimer's disease


kaylee05

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


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