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The nurse is performing an assessment on a client with a thyroid disorder.  Which symptom would cause the nurse to suspect the possibility of thyroid storm?

The nurse cares for a client after a thyroidectomy procedure.  Which clinical manifestations would indicate possible injury to the parathyroid glands?  Select all that apply.

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with hypothyroidism.  Which is an important nursing intervention for this client?

The nurse instructs a client scheduled for a subtotal thyroidectomy about administration of propylthioracil and non radioactive iodine solution prior to the procedure.  The client asks the nurse “Why do I need to take these medications before surgery?”  What should the nurse include in their answer to the client?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with hyperthyroidism experiencing thyroid storm with exophthalmos.  What nursing intervention is important in the care of this client?

A few hours after subtotal thyroidectomy surgery, a client develops severe larngeal stridor.  The nurse should anticipate what intervention?

Which medication should the nurse expect to be prescribed for a client diagnosed with hyperaldosteronism?

A client with what diagnosis is to be instructed to have a generous salt intake in their diet, especially when exercising or in hot temperatures?

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with Cushing Syndrome.  Which will the nurse expect to observe?

The nurse is teaching a client newly diagnosed with hypothyroidism about the disease.  Which statement by the client demonstrates understanding of the treatment of hypothyroidism.