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mckennatimberlake

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The hypothalamicpituita ry axis (HPA) functions through one of two processes to regulate hormone production. One of these processes is the negative feedback system. What is the other process?
 
  A) Direct use of inhibiting factors
  B) Indirect use of feedback loop
  C) Direct use of releasing factors
  D) Indirect use of stimulating factors

Question 2

An 81-year-old patient with congestive heart failure has been sent to a cardiologist who prescribes digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.125 mg PO every morning. The pharmacy dispenses pills that contain 0.25 mg of Lanoxin.
 
  How many pills should the nurse teach the patient to take every morning? A) 2
  B) 1.5
  C) 1
  D) 0.5



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Answer to Question 1

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The HPA functions through negative feedback loops or the direct use of inhibiting factors to constantly keep particular hormones regulated. Other options are incorrect because hormones are not regulated by feedback loops, releasing factors, or stimulating factors.

Answer to Question 2

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0.25 mg/1 tablet = 0.125 mg dose/X. Cross-multiply to determine 0.5 or 1/2 of a tablet is to be taken daily. The nurse may request the pharmacy dispense a different concentration to prevent the patient from having to cut the tablet in half.



mckennatimberlake

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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