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A nurse is reviewing lab resultsfor a client diagnosed  with  primary hypothyroidism.  Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A nurse is reviewing lab results for a client with type 2 diabetes. Which of the following values indicates poor glucose control indicating the potential need for further education?

A patient is taking 36 units of glargine insulin (Lantus) each morning. This insulin’s duration is in which range?

A nurse is educating a newly diagnosed client with Type II diabetes who is scheuduled for sugery next week.  The client asks “ Why do I need to check my blood sugar more often before surgey, even if I am not eating much?” Which of the following resposes by the nurse is most appropriate?

A student PN is caring for a new patient recently diagnosised with hyperthyroidism.  Which of the following clinical manfiestation would the student anitcipate observing?

The LPN/LVN providing teaching for a patient who is about to undergo a hypophysectomy. Which statement made by the patient indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Some medications previously requiring a prescription are now available as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Client teaching related to OTC drugs should include:

The LPN/LVN is caring for a group of patients . Which patient does the nurse identify as high risk for developing syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?

A patient enters a clinic with possible Cushing syndrome.  The nurse conducts a physical exam (head to toe assessment).   Which set of the foloowing findings would support this diagnosis?

If a resident assigned to the nursing assistant is in arm restraints because the patient is pulling her hair out, the resident must be temporarily released while awake at least every