Ati lpn med surg endocrine exam
Ati lpn med surg endocrine exam ( 44 Questions)
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has hypothyroidism with myxedema. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Weight gain, rather than weight loss, is associated with hypothyroidism and myxedema.
High-fiber foods are encouraged in hypothyroidism to manage constipation, not limited.
Clients with myxedema experience cold intolerance and need warmth, making the application of warm blankets an appropriate intervention.
While clients may experience fatigue, bedrest is not a primary intervention; maintaining activity as tolerated is encouraged.
Rationale:
A. Weight gain, rather than weight loss, is associated with hypothyroidism and myxedema.
B. High-fiber foods are encouraged in hypothyroidism to manage constipation, not limited.
C. Clients with myxedema experience cold intolerance and need warmth, making the application of warm blankets an appropriate intervention.
D. While clients may experience fatigue, bedrest is not a primary intervention; maintaining activity as tolerated is encouraged.