Scribd
Upload
27 views

Rationalization Endo

The document discusses Cushing's syndrome and disease, including potential test results, symptoms the nurse should report, appropriate nursing interventions, and indicators that a client understands discharge instructions.

Uploaded by

monmon
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
27 views

Rationalization Endo

The document discusses Cushing's syndrome and disease, including potential test results, symptoms the nurse should report, appropriate nursing interventions, and indicators that a client understands discharge instructions.

Uploaded by

monmon
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 5

Which of the following test results would be

consistent with a diagnosis of Cushing's disease?


a. Postprandial hypoglycemia.
b. Hypokalemia.
c. Hyponatremia.
d. Decreased urinary calcium level.
The nurse is assessing a client with Cushing's
syndrome. Which observation should the nurse
report to the physician immediately?
A. Pitting edema of the legs
B. An irregular apical pulse
C. Dry mucous membranes
D. Frequent urination
A nurse should perform which intervention for a
client with Cushing’s syndrome?
A. Offer clothing or bedding that’s cool and
comfortable.
B. Suggest a high-carbohydrate, low protein diet.
C. Explain that the client’s physical changes are a
result of excessive corticosteroids.
D. Explain the rationale for increasing salt and
fluid intake in times of illness, increased stress,
and very hot weather.
The nurse provides home care instructions
to a client with Cushing’s syndrome. The
nurse determines that the client understands
the hospital discharge instructions if
the client makes which statement?
A. “I need to eat foods low in potassium.”
B. “I need to check the color of my stools.”
C. “I need to check the temperature of my legs
twice a day.”
D. “I need to take aspirin rather than Tylenol
for a headache.”

You might also like