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michelleunicorn

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Clients with hyperthyroidism generally exhibit which one of the following symptoms?
 
  a. weight gain c. tachycardia
  b. constipation d. lowered body temperature

Question 2

A client with hyperthyroidism is prescribed propranolol and asks the nurse why she is prescribed this medication. The nurse's best response is:
 
  a. Perhaps this was prescribed to treat your slow heart rate.
  b. Propranolol is prescribed to treat the cardiovascular effects of hyperthyroidism.
  c. Propranolol prolongs the action of antithyroid drugs.
  d. Did you ask your doctor why prescribed this drug was prescribed?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This is consistent with hypothyroidism.
B Incorrect: This is consistent with hypothyroidism.
C Correct: This is a manifestation of hyperthyroidism.
D Incorrect: This is consistent with hypothyroidism.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: Propranolol would not be used to increase the heart rate.
B Correct: Propranolol is used to block tachycardia associated with hyperthyroidism.
C Incorrect: Propranolol does not inhibit the functioning of the thyroid gland.
D Incorrect: The nurse should be knowledgeable about the use of propranolol in this client.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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