NURS 621 QUIZ QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS RATED.

NURS 621 QUIZ QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS RATED.
A 50yo with PMH of DM and CAD presents with fine tremors, anxiety,
restlessness, diarrhea, and tachycardia that has been ongoing for several
days. On exam you note an enlarged thyroid with hyperreflexia and afib.
Labs notable for elevated anti-TPO antibodies and ANA levels. Your
patient may have:
- Grave's disease
- Thyroid storm
- Myxedema coma
- Addison's disease
Verified Answer -Grave's disease
T/F: Steroids and selenium are used in the treatment of Graves disease.
Verified Answer -True
The best diagnostic test to assess a goiter or thyroid nodule for malignancy
is a:
Verified Answer -FNA biopsy
A patient presents with hyperpigmentation of the skin on the elbows and
oral mucosa, hypotension, fatigue, and nausea. Labs are notable for
hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, low cortisol levels, hypoglycemia, and
elevated ACTH levels. The patient has a diagnosis of:
- Cushings
Primary adrenal insufficiency due to Addisons
- Hypothyroidism