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A patient presents at a clinic with a burn on the left arm. The burn is classified as second degree, and the skin appears red and swollen. The patient reports it is very painful. What is an additional symptom of a patient with a second-degree burn? Respiratory distress A patient is taken to the emergency department after a near drowning. What is a sign or symptom that the patient may experience within minutes or even days? Adenoma & Osteoma What are two types of benign tumors? Paget disease A patient presented with swelling of the femur. MRI results indicated enlargement and thickening of the bone. The urinalysis showed hydroxyproline. The patient was prescribed NSAIDs and physical therapy, and surgery was recommended. Which disease does this describe? Finger dislocation XR shows torn soft tissue ligaments surrounding MCP joint injury. Treatment includes surgical reconstruction to realign bone and ligaments. Fibromyalgia Restlessness and exhaustion; constant, dull muscle aches; tenderness. Chronic pain that lasts a long time. Can worsen with mood flair ups. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Burning, weakness, and tingling in one hand. The patient is unable to demonstrate a strong grip and is experiencing stronger discomfort at night. Doctor recommends medial nerve compression. Sprain Wrist and arm pain with limited mobility. Not able to rotate fully, no inflammation present. Short arm splint, apply ice as needed. Vitiligo A patient's record indicates a skin condition in which depigmentation appears on different parts of the body that are often exposed to sunlight. A skin biopsy reveals a lack of melanocytes. Urticaria A raised, red area recently developed on an eight-year-old patient's back after eating peanuts. Contact dermatitis