At 6:30 AM (0630), the PTT result is 69 seconds. What rate in mL per hour will the heparin drip be now? [BLANK-1]

The nurse understands that if a patient is experiencing primary hypothyroidism, diagnostic testing would reveal which result(s)?

Based on his weight, the intial bolus of heparin will be how many units? [BLANK-1]

A patient with a history of hypothyroidism presents with periorbital edema and a thickened tongue. The nurse should assess for signs of which condition?

A patient with Parkinson’s disease has decreased tongue mobility and difficulty moving his facial muscles. For each nursing intervention below, determine if it is either indicated (appropriate or necessary), non-essential (makes no difference), or contraindicated (could be harmful). 

A 62 year old female diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease mentions to the nurse that her movement was once well controlled with Sinemet (carbidopa/levodopa).  However, she is experiencing her movement “freezing” more frequently.  What is the patient most likely experiencing?

Directions: Choose the most likely options for the information missing from the statement below by selecting from the list of options provided.A 74 year old patient is seen in the health clinic with stooped posture, shuffling gait, and pill rolling-type tremors. The nurse will teach the patient and family about (option 1), (option 2) and (option 3) regarding this assessment.

A patient’s thyroid panel is:  LabResultNormal RangeTSH0.1 mU/mL0.3-5 mU/mLT3225 ng/dL80-220 ng/dLT414 mcg/dL5-12 mcg/dLDirections: For each nursing intervention below, choose indicated (appropriate or necessary) or contraindicated (could be harmful)

A patient with Addison’s disease reports to the emergency department with profound weakness, hypotension, and decreased urine output. What is the most important initial action by the nurse?

A patient experienced slurred speech, weakness, and blurred vision a few months ago.  It lasted only a few minutes and he recovered quickly.  How is this episode classified?