A client has developed Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH) secondary to a pituitary tumor. The client’s symptoms include thirst, weight gain, and fatigue. The client’s serum sodium is 129. What physician order should the nurse anticipate for the initial treatment of SIADH?

The nurse is explaining what a radioactive iodine uptake test is. What statement by the nurse is correct?

A client is admitted to the hospital in an adrenal (Addisonian) crisis. Which client statement supports a nursing diagnosis of ineffective self-health management related to lack of knowledge about management of Addison’s disease?

What findings would the nurse expect to find when assessing a client with Cushing’s syndrome?

The nurse is going to teach the client about side effects corticosteroid medications. What topics will the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.

The client diagnosed with hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine.  What instructions will the nurse include when educating the client about how to take this medication? Select all that apply.

A client in thyroid storm tells the nurse, “I know I’m going to die. I’m very sick.” What is the nurse’s best response?

An adult with myxedema associated with hypothyroidism is started on thyroid replacement therapy (levothyroxine). The client returns to the doctor’s office two weeks later. Which statement made by the client is of most concern to the nurse?

The nursing care plan for a client with Addisonian crisis includes a nursing diagnosis of Risk for Injury. What nursing interventions would the nurse include for this problem? Select all that apply.

What intervention is most important to include in the plan of care for a client with Cushing’s syndrome?