HESI RN
Hesi RN Medical Surg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is admitted to the hospital for treatment of a simple goiter, and levothyroxine sodium is prescribed. Which symptoms indicate to the nurse that the prescribed dosage is too high for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Palpitations and shortness of breath indicate hyperthyroidism from excessive levothyroxine, requiring dosage adjustment.
Question 2 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 3 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 4 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 5 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale: