Author Question: The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. When assessing this ... (Read 64 times)

notis · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. When assessing this patient what symptom would the nurse expect in a patient with hypothyroidism?

A) Bradycardia
B) Bulging eyes
C) Palpitations
D) Flushed skin

Question 2

In consultation with her care team, a woman with a diagnosis of cancer has had a continent urinary diversion (Indiana pouch) created. The patient is discussing the advantages and disadvantages of this procedure with her nurse.

The nurse should be aware of which of the following advantages of an Indiana pouch?
A) The patient does not have to wear an external collection bag.
B) The procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis.
C) The procedure allows for the spontaneous resumption of normal genitourinary function.
D) The patient does not require medical follow-up after the procedure.