The nurse is caring for a 48-year-old male patient with Addison’s disease. Which of the following is the most important component of care for the patient?

The patient presents to primary care with two round patches of hair loss on his scalp. He reports no trauma or symptoms aside from the hair loss. The nurse gathers information about his environment, including his workplace. The patient states he recently moved to the area for a new job and that his wife, who is pregnant with their first child, works at the same company. Which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate this patient will receive?

The nurse receives report on the patient with acute bowel obstruction. The patient’s problem list includes controlled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes, and presbycusis. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?