Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (Free-Trial)

Which of the following signs is most indicative of hypothyroidism?

Temperature of 99.9°F

Blood pressure of 148/90 mm Hg

Pulse rate of 50 beats/min

Respiratory rate of 26 breaths/min

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale

A temperature of 99.9°F is not specifically indicative of hypothyroidism29.

Choice B rationale

A blood pressure of 148/90 mm Hg is not specifically indicative of hypothyroidism29.

Choice C rationale

A pulse rate of 50 beats/min can be indicative of hypothyroidism, as one of the symptoms can be a slowed heart rate29.

Choice D rationale

A respiratory rate of 26 breaths/min is not specifically indicative of hypothyroidism29.

Nursing Test Bank

Quiz #1: RN Exams Pharmacology Exams Quiz #2: RN Exams Medical-Surgical Exams Quiz #3: RN Exams Fundamentals Exams Quiz #4: RN Exams Maternal-Newborn Exams Quiz #5: RN Exams Anatomy and Physiology Exams Quiz #6: RN Exams Obstetrics and Pediatrics Exams Quiz #7: RN Exams Fluid and Electrolytes Exams Quiz #8: RN Exams Community Health Exams Quiz #9: RN Exams Promoting Health across the lifespan Exams Quiz #10: RN Exams Multidimensional care Exams

Get 100+ Naxlex Exit Exams for $79 Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (14 Day Free-Trial)

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

Quiz #1: Naxlex RN Comprehensive online practice 2019 B with NGN Quiz #2: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Quiz #3: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam A Quiz #4: Naxlex HESI Exit LPN Exam Quiz #5: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor PN 2020 Quiz #6: Naxlex VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Quiz #8: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Quiz #10: Naxlex HESI PN Exit exam Quiz #11: Naxlex HESI PN EXIT Exam 2

Free Nursing Study Resources

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Right lower quadrant pain is not typically associated with gallstones obstructing the bile duct14.

Choice B rationale

Gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining, is not a symptom of gallstones obstructing the bile duct14.

Choice C rationale

Severe right upper quadrant pain is a symptom that a nurse would expect to see in a client with gallstones obstructing the bile duct14.

Choice D rationale

Intrahepatic jaundice is not typically associated with gallstones obstructing the bile duct14.

A. Individuals with HSV cannot transmit the virus during an active outbreak B. Individuals with HSV will develop immunity after the first exposure C. Individuals with HSV will experience no pain during an outbreak D. Individuals with HSV can experience a recurrence of symptoms periodically

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Modifiable risk factors for nephrolithiasis include high urine calcium, high urine oxalate, low urine citrate, high urine uric acid, low urine volume, and certain dietary factors.

Choice B rationale

This statement is incorrect. HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) transmission can occur even when there are no visible symptoms or sores.

Choice C rationale

This statement is incorrect. Individuals with HSV do not develop immunity after the first exposure.

Choice D rationale

This statement is unrelated to nephrolithiasis. HSV can recur periodically, but it’s not a risk factor for kidney stones.

View Question and Answer

Whether you are a student looking to ace your exams or a practicing nurse seeking to enhance your expertise , our nursing education contents will empower you with the confidence and competence to make a difference in the lives of patients and become a respected leader in the healthcare field.

Visit Naxlex, invest in your future and unlock endless possibilities with our unparalleled nursing education contents today

Which of the following signs is most indicative of hypothyroidism?

Nursing Test Bank

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

If a client has gallstones obstructing the bile duct, what symptoms would the nurse expect to see in this client?

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

What is a modifiable risk factor for nephrolithiasis?

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Which of the following describes the absence or suppression of menstruation in which a woman experiences three or more missed menses?

What condition is caused by a benign tumor of the adrenal medulla that secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine?

In which areas of the body would a pyelonephritis infection be located?

What type of incontinence is experienced by a client who has difficulty walking without assistance and is incontinent of urine when she is unable to get to the restroom quickly enough?

What is the cause of dwarfism?

In adrenocortical insufficiencies, such as Addison’s disease, what causes the most severe manifestations?

Which of the following is a common cause of chronic kidney disease?

What causes diabetes insipidus?