The nurse is caring for a client in the neurological intensive care unit following an endoscopic transsphenoidal hypophysectomy. What assessment data warrants immediate intervention?

The nurse is caring for a client following a parathyroidectomy. What symptoms would cause the nurse to suspect hypocalcemia? Select all that apply.

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?