A nurse is taking an admission history from a client who reports Raynaud's disease. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse identify as a potential trigger for exacerbations of Raynaud's?

A history of herpes zoster

Taking amlodipine for hypertension

Using a nicotine transdermal patch

Eating a strict vegetarian diet

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

C. Nicotine is a vasoconstrictor, meaning it causes narrowing of blood vessels. Therefore, using a nicotine transdermal patch can exacerbate Raynaud's attacks by promoting vasoconstriction and reducing blood flow to the extremities.
A. While herpes zoster (shingles) is a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, it is not directly associated with triggering Raynaud's attacks.
B. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker medication commonly used to treat hypertension.

D. While diet can potentially influence overall health and vascular function, there is no direct evidence to suggest that a strict vegetarian diet would trigger exacerbations of Raynaud's disease.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

B. Triiodothyronine (T3) is one of the thyroid hormones, and in Graves' disease, there is excessive production of thyroid hormones, including T3. Therefore, T3 levels are often elevated in individuals with Graves' disease due to the hyperthyroid state.
A. Phosphorus levels are typically not significantly affected by Graves' disease.
C. In Graves' disease, there is typically suppression of TSH secretion due to the negative feedback from elevated levels of thyroid hormones. Therefore, TSH levels are typically decreased (low) in individuals with Graves' disease.
D. Calcium levels are typically not directly affected by Graves' disease.

A. Orange juice B. Beef stew C. Kale D. Yogurt

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Kale is high in vitamin K, which can antagonize the effects of warfarin. Warfarin works by inhibiting vitamin K-dependent clotting factors, so consuming large amounts of vitamin K-rich foods like kale can reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin, leading to a decrease in the INR.

Orange juice, beef stew and yogurt have no interactions with warfarin.

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