Which of the following can lead to an acute rise in blood sugar levels?

Pregnancy

Sickness

Sepsis

Surgery

Steroids

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,D,E

A.   While hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect blood sugar levels, it typically leads to insulin resistance rather than an acute rise.

B.   Illness can cause stress, leading to the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can elevate blood sugar levels.
C.   A severe infection can trigger a stress response, leading to hyperglycemia.
D.   The body undergoes significant stress during surgery, causing an increase in blood sugar levels.
E.   Corticosteroids, often referred to as steroids, have a potent effect on raising blood sugar levels.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. This patient is likely to have secondary hypertension due to an underlying endocrine disorder.
B. This patient may experience gestational hypertension, which is a temporary condition related to pregnancy.
C. This patient is likely to have secondary hypertension due to kidney dysfunction.
D. This patient has multiple risk factors for essential hypertension, which is the most common type of hypertension with no identifiable underlying cause. Smoking and obesity are both strong risk factors for developing hypertension.

A. Darkened urine coloration B. Tachycardia C. Increased pigmentation of the patients Iris D. Brownish, thickened skin around the patient's neck or armpits

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. This is unrelated to acanthosis nigricans. Darkened urine might indicate liver issues or other conditions.
B. This is an increased heart rate, unrelated to skin conditions.
C. This refers to the colored part of the eye and is unrelated to acanthosis nigricans.
D. This is accurately describes the appearance of acanthosis nigricans. This is characterized by dark, thickened, velvety patches of skin in body folds and creases. These areas commonly include the armpits, groin, and neck.

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Which of the following can lead to an acute rise in blood sugar levels?

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Which of the following patients is most likely to be suffering from Essential Hypertension?

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

You are an RN taking report on a new patient that will be transferred to your unit. During the report, you learn that the patient has Acanthosis Nigricans. What do you expect to see when you finally get to perform a physical assessment of the patient?

Correct Answer is D

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