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Which statement made by a student nurse indicates the need for further teaching about pituitary insufficiency?
 
  a. Synthetic human growth hormone may be prescribed for children who are small for gestational age.
  b. Testosterone supplements may be prescribed for women with gonadotropin deficiency.
  c. Estrogen is known to regulate the action of growth hormone in men and women.
  d. Chronic kidney disease treatment may include synthetic growth hormone replacement.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who has undergone a thyroidectomy. Which patient complaint is highest priority requiring further evaluation?
 
  a. Pain at surgical site
  b. Thirst
  c. Hoarseness
  d. Nausea



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Synthetic human growth hormone (HGH) is used for growth hormone deficiencies caused by pituitary insufficiency, as well as other conditions such as Turner's syndrome, chronic kidney disease, and children small for gestation age. Testosterone is used as supplement for men with gonadotropin deficiency. Estrogen and progesterone supplements, also referred to as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), is indicated for women with gonadotropin deficiency and for the relief of post-menopausal symptoms. Estrogen is also known to regulate secretion and action of GH in men and women.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Thyroidectomy involves a surgical incision in the anterior neck. Hoarseness may be a sign of airway edema. A patent airway is always a priority of care for any post-operative patient. General anesthesia is used for this surgery requiring insertion of an artificial airway, therefore throat irritation and thirst is expected. Nausea may be a side effect from anesthesia. Pain is expected at the surgical site.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
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