When Planning Teaching for a Patient Who Was Admitted with Myxedema

question 31

Multiple Choice

When planning teaching for a patient who was admitted with myxedema coma and diagnosed with hypothyroidism, which strategy will be best for the nurse to use?

• A) Delay teaching until patient discharge.
• B) Ensure privacy by asking visitors to leave.
• C) Provide written handouts of all information.
• D) Offer multiple options for management of therapies.

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Definitions:

No Clutch Brake

Refers to a transmission design that does not incorporate a clutch pedal for the brake mechanism, often found in automatic or semi-automatic vehicles.

Pressure Plate Spring

Part of a vehicle’s clutch system, providing the necessary force to engage or disengage the clutch plate and the flywheel.

Clutch Pack Assembly

A component of automatic and some manual transmissions consisting of multiple alternating friction and steel plates, enabling different gear ratios.

Wood Chocks

Wooden blocks used to prevent wheels or heavy equipment from moving or rolling.