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obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) 
repetitive pharyngeal collapse during sleep, which leads to absence of breathing; can produce daytime drowsiness and elevated blood pressure 
 
OSA manifestations 
-loud snoring 
-snorting 
-witnessed apnea 
-gasping during sleep 
-recurrent waking during sleep 
-choking 
 
OSA treatment 
1. Weight loss and avoidance of alcohol 
2. Nasal CPAP 
3. Surgical widening of airway 
4. Avoid use of sedatives 
5. Oral appliances 
 
surfactant deficiency disorder 
Disorder c...
How does urinary sediment differentiate prerenal, intrarenal (glomerulonephritis), intrarenal (ATN), and postrenal AKI 
normal - bland 
prerenal - bland 
intrarenal (G) - active (hallmark) 
intrarenal (ATN) - muddy brown casts, renal tubular epithelial cells 
postrenal - bland 
 
How does urine sodium differentiate prerenal, intrarenal (glomerulonephritis), intrarenal (ATN), and postrenal AKI 
normal - 20 mEq/L 
prerenal - <10 mEq/L 
intrarenal (G) - <20 mEq/L 
intrarenal (ATN) - >40 mE...
Which component of the immune system is deficient in individuals with infections caused by viruses, fungi, or yeast? 
 
 
In which primary immune deficiency is there a partial-to-complete absence of T-cell immunity? 
 
 
How many months does it take for the newborn to be sufficiently protected by antibodies produced by its own B cells? 
 
 
Considering the effects of nutritional deficiencies on the immune system, severe deficits in calories and protein lead to deficiencies in the formation of wh...
NSG 527 Exam 1: Questions With Verified Answers 
:Latest Updated 
Existential 
Persons responsible for developing - Correct Answer in US Rollo May, Irvin Yalom; in 
UK Emmy van Deurzen-Smith; Victor Frankl 
Focus of Existential therapy - Correct Answer therapists focus on patient's subjective 
experience; exploring themes such as mortality, meaning, freedom, responsibility, 
anxiety, and aloneness as these relate to a person's current struggle. 
Goal of existential therapy: - Correct Answe...
Acute inflammation 
Neutralizes and destroys microorganisms 
 
What type of immunity prevents a neonate from developing an infection because he has maternal antibodies that he received in breast milk? 
Passive 
 
What type of immunity prevents a child from developing an infection because they have been vaccinated for it? 
Active 
 
What immunity prevents a man from developing an infection because he was infection with the same microorganism previously and recovered? 
Active 
 
What prevents a wo...
NSG 554 exam 4 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (2024/2025) (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
Nsg 550 (nsg550) exam 1 diagnostic reasoning for nurse practitioners questions and verified answers 100% correct grade a - wilkes
NSG526 / NSG 526 Exam 1 (2024 / 2025 Update): Clinical Modalities in Advanced Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practice | Rated A Guide with Verified Answers - Wilkes 
NSG526 / NSG 526 Exam 1 (2024 / 2025 Update): Clinical Modalities in Advanced Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practice | Rated A Guide with Verified Answers - Wilkes
An APRN recognizes the essential nature of primary prevention strategies for a community. Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention strategy? 
a. A skills class for at risk adolescents 
b. A suicide hotline 
c. Mandated treatment 
d. A psychosocial clubhouse for the mentally ill 
(Ans- a. A skills class for at risk adolescents 
 
In light of the recent school shootings, the local high schools have noticed an unusually high incidence of depressive symptoms and illicit drug use...
1st Principle DDP? 
(Ans- The Therapy must be experiential. Experiences, not words, are the "active ingredient" in the healing process. One key element is maintaining emotional Attunement with the child through PACE; being Playful, Accepting, Curious, and Empathic. 
 
2nd Principal: DDP? 
(Ans- Therapy must be family-focused. Therapy opens up a child so that what the parents have to offer can get in and heal the child. It is the parents' capacity to create a safe and nurturing home that pro...