What manifestations of endocrine problems in the older adult are commonly attributed to the aging process?

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Question 1 of 5

What manifestations of endocrine problems in the older adult are commonly attributed to the aging process?

A. Tremors and paresthesias B. Fatigue and mental impairment C. Hyperpigmentation and oily skin D. Fluid retention and hypertension

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

To prevent hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia related to exercise, what should the nurse teach the patient using glucose-lowering agents about the best time for exercise?

A. Only after a 15-g carbohydrate snack is eaten B. About 1 hour after eating when blood glucose levels are rising C. When glucose monitoring reveals that the blood glucose is in the normal range D. When blood glucose levels are high, because exercise always has a hypoglycemic effect

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A patient with acromegaly is treated with a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy. What should the nurse do postoperatively?

A. Ensure that any clear nasal drainage is tested for glucose. B. Maintain the patient flat in bed to prevent cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage. C. Assist the patient with toothbrushing every 4 hours to keep the surgical area clean. D. Encourage deep breathing, coughing, and turning to prevent respiratory complications.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

What preoperative instruction should the nurse give to the patient scheduled for a subtotal thyroidectomy?

A. How to support the head with the hands when turning in bed B. Coughing should be avoided to prevent pressure on the incision C. Head and neck will need to remain immobile until the incision heals D. Any tingling around the lips or in the fingers after surgery is expected and temporary

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

During discharge teaching for the patient with Addison's disease, which statement by the patient indicates that the nurse needs to do additional teaching?

A. I should always call the doctor if I develop vomiting or diarrhea. B. If my weight goes down, my dosage of steroid is probably too high. C. I should double or triple my steroid dose if I undergo rigorous physical exercise. D. I need to carry an emergency kit with injectable hydrocortisone in case I can't take my medication by mouth.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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