A nurse is assessing a client who has Graves' disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Hirsutism
Goiter
Polydipsia
Polyuria
The Correct Answer is B
A. Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive hair growth often related to Cushing’s syndrome or androgen excess, not Graves’ disease.
B. Goiter
Graves’ disease often leads to thyroid gland enlargement (goiter) due to overstimulation.
C. Polydipsia
Polydipsia is typically associated with diabetes mellitus or diabetes insipidus, not Graves’ disease.
D. Polyuria
Like polydipsia, polyuria is more common in diabetes and not a typical symptom of Graves’ disease.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Adolescent with sickle cell pain (7/10)
Needs prompt treatment, but not as life-threatening as airway obstruction.
B. Toddler with asthma and SpO₂ 95% on 2L O₂
Stable oxygenation; not an immediate emergency.
C. Toddler with otitis media and fever
Infection is concerning but not life-threatening.
D. Child with acute epiglottitis, drooling, no cough
These are classic signs of airway obstruction. Airway management is the priority—this is life-threatening.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. "When my baby is born, they can receive Medicaid as well."
Medicaid covers pregnant individuals and their infants for a period after birth, depending on income and state policy.
B. "Medicaid benefits are the same for everyone in the United States."
Incorrect. Medicaid is administered at the state level, and benefits vary.
C. "My income level does not impact whether or not I can receive Medicaid."
Medicaid eligibility is income-based.
D. "Medicaid is a federal-run health insurance program."
Medicaid is funded by both federal and state governments, but administered by individual states.
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