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A nurse is aware of the fact that nonadherence to prescribed therapy is both common and harmful. How can a nurse best promote adherence to therapeutic regimens among patients?
 
  A) Establish a system of rewards and punitive measures that is linked to adherence
  B) Provide examples of the harmful consequences of nonadherence to therapy
  C) Help individuals be aware of the benefits of adhering to their prescribed therapy
  D) Make adherence a requirement for treatment in early interactions with patients

Question 2

Which of the following statements by patients on a geriatric medicine unit would be considered suggestive of hypothyroidism? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) I've never been prone to constipation in the past, but lately I'm only having a bowel movement every 3 or 4 days..
  B) I'm having a terrible time getting to sleep at night and I keep waking up early..
  C) Lately I just can't manage to stay warm no matter how high I keep the thermostat..
  D) I've always been a cheerful person but now I can't shake this blue feeling..
  E) I feel like I just don't have the energy that I normally do..


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

C

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D, E
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Constipation, cold intolerance, depression, and fatigue are associated with hypothyroidism. Insomnia is more commonly present in cases of hyperthyroidism.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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