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1. A 65-year-old man is admitted to the intensive care unit from the operating room after a triple coronary artery bypass graft. He is intubated and on a ventilator. Lactic acid levels were normal postoperatively, but now they are rising. The increased level could be an indication of: A) excessive sedation. B) bowel ischemia. C) excessive volume infusion in the operating room. D) mild hypothermia postoperatively. Ans: B Complexity: Moderate Ahead: Basic Cell Function and Structure Subj...

Neurological Study Guide After completing the reading assignment, write or draw answers in spaces provided and answer the multiple choice questions. 1. List the major function(s) of the following components of the central nervous system: Cerebral cortex-frontal lobe _personality, behavior emotion, intellectual functions Cerebral cortex-parietal lobe ___Sensation_____________________________________ Cerebral cortex-temporal lobe _Hearing, taste, smell.___________________ Cerebral cortex-oc...

Musculoskeletal Study Guide After completing the reading assignment, write or draw answers in spaces provided and answer the multiple choice questions. 1. List 4 signs that suggest acute inflammation in a joint. Swelling, heat, tenderness, and redness of the joint 2. Differentiate testing of active range of motion vs. passive range of motion. Active ROM: model the movements yourself so you can use your own movements as a control. Stabilize the body area proximal to that being moved. Pass...

Chapter 2. Health Promotion ____ 1. The leading cause of death in elderly travelers worldwide is: ACE inhibitors ____ 2. Which of the following should be avoided in countries where food and water precautions are to be observed? ACE inhibitors ____ 3. What insect precautions are not necessary to prevent insect-borne diseases in the tropics? Using 100% DEET on the skin to prevent bites ____ 4. An example of secondary prevention you could recommend/order for older adults would be to:Check fo...

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment ____ 1. The evidence reflects that comprehensive geriatric assessment should be conducted: Targeting the vulnerable and frail elderly ____ 2. Evidence-based geriatric assessment instruments available to the clinician: Include screening, evaluation, and measurement instruments in multiple domains ____ 3. When interviewing the older adult with a sus

Head, Neck, and Face Disorders ____ 1. A 64-year-old male presents with erythema of the sclera, tearing, and bilateral pruritus of the eyes. The symptoms occur intermittently throughout the year and he has associated clear nasal discharge. Which of the following is most likely because of the inflammation? Allergen ____ 2. One of the first-line treatments in patients with allergic rhinitis is the use of nasal corticosteroid sprays. What is the anticipated onset of symptom relief w

. Chest Disorders ____ 1. In mitral stenosis, p waves may suggest: Left atrial enlargement ____ 2. Aortic regurgitation requires medical treatment for early signs of CHF with: ACE inhibitors ____ 3. A key symptom of ischemic heart disease is chest pain. However, angina equivalents may include exertional dyspnea. Angina equivalents are important because: A. Women with ischemic heart disease many times do not present with chest pain B. Some patients may have no symptoms or atypical symptoms....

Psychosocial Disorders ____ 1. The prevalence of depression in nursing home residents is ____ greater than adults living in the community. C. 3-4 times ____ 2. The majority of depressed older adults remain untreated because of: A. Misdiagnosis B. Social stigma C. Environmental barriers D. All of the above ____ 3. Symptoms of depression distinct to the elderly include: Lack of emotions ____ 4. The justification for ordering a CBC, TSH, and serum B12 for a patient you suspect may have cl...

Musculoskeletal Disorders ____ 1. Osteoarthritis of the cervical and lumbar spine causes pain that is related to all of the following except: Crystal deposition ____ 2. In differentiating osteoarthritis from chronic gout, pseudogout, or septic arthritis, the most valuable the diagnostic study would be: Synovial fluid analysis ____ 3. Patients with osteoarthritis of the hip and knee often have a distinguishable gait described as: Antalgic ____ 4. Which of the following best describes the ...

Question 1 1 out of 1 points Which of the following drugs is not a bisphosphonate?  Question 2 1 out of 1 points Which of the following is NOT a risk factor included in the World Health Organization fracture risk assessment model (FRAX)?  Question 3 1 out of 1 points Universal recommendations for the management of osteoporosis include  Question 4 1 out of 1 points One of the most important interventions in preventing fall risk is  Question 5 1 out of 1 points Environme...