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1) A 15 years old high school student with a mild sore throat and low-grade fever that has persisted for about 3 weeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The NP suspects mononucleosis. Which of the following is the LEAST appropriate intervention? a. Palpate the lymph nodes and spleen b. Examine the posterior oropharynx for petechiae c. Obtain a CBC, throat culture, and heterophil antibody test. d. Obtain an urinalyses and serum for LFTs and amylase Explanation: m...

PLATINUM FINAL EXAM EMTP 3.3 REVIEW 2023 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS COMPLETE What is the best airway device to use for smoke inhalation? Endotracheal intubation is frequently needed for supportive therapy in the management of inhalation injury. Most pertinent piece of information in evaluating a patient's ventilatory status? Ventilation is the movement of air in and out of the lungs through a patent airway. The majority of observations regarding ventilation focus on the movements of the chest....

Chapter 14 Care of Patients with Disorders of the Lower Respiratory System Question and answers 100% correct You are caring for a patient with signs and symptoms of influenza. What home care for this respiratory condition would be appropriate? 1. Schedule adequate periods of exercise and activity. 2. Provide warming measures. 3. Restrict fluid intake. 4. Consider analgesics and antipyretics. - correct answer 4. Consider analgesics and antipyretics. A 58-year-old man is admitted with...

NPTE Practice UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers What is cellulitis? - CORRECT ANSWER- Acute spreading infection of dermal and subcutaneous tissue commonly caused by a bacterial infection. Symptoms may include localized redness that spreads quickly, skin that is warm to touch, local abscess or ulceration, TTP, chills, fever, and malaise A PT treats a patient status post CVA. The therapist plans activities that focus on hand-eye coordination, recognition of position in ...

TEST BANK INTRODUCTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford 1. A 6-year-old client is presenting with signs and symptoms of fever, cough, stuffy nose, general malaise, and muscle aches. The nurse prepares to administer which medication to this client? A) Aspirin B) Magnesium salicylate C) Acetaminophen D) Diflunisal Answer: C Rationale: The known actions of acetaminophen include treating mild to moderate pain and reducing fever. Children and teenagers with influenza or c...

1).A 15 years old high school student with a mild sore throat and low-grade fever that has persisted for about 3 weeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The NP suspects mononucleosis. Which of the following is the LEAST appropriate intervention? A.Palpate the lymph nodes and spleen B .Examine the posterior oropharynx for petechiae Obtain a CBC, throat culture, and heterophil antibody test. C. Obtain an urinalyses and serum for LFTs and amylase - ANSWERS- Obtain an ur...

Distribution of this document is illegal Final Exam - NUR2063| NUR 2063 (Latest 2023 / 2024) Essentials of Pathophysiology - Rasmussen S - The Marketplace to Buy and Sell your Study 1. Which of the following assessmentfindingsindicates analteration in homeostatic control mechanisms? - Fever 2. Injury that occurs when blood flow is diminished to tissue is called injury. - ischemic 3. The cancer growth continuum is divided into which of the following stages? - Initiation, promotion, ...

concepts of stress psychoneuroimmunology may lead to disease - hypertension - cardiovascular disease - peptic ulcer may lead to risky behaviors - pick a fight - use drugs to "help" - road rage occurs when the stressors or noxious stimuli outweigh the individual's ability to cope/adapt Seyle's general adaptation syndrome & compromises the syndrome of being sick (same effect no matter the stressor) compromises: - loss of appetite (anorexia) - loss of muscle strength (weakness) -...

A 15 years old high school student with a mild sore throat and low-grade fever that has persisted for about 3 weeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The NP suspects mononucleosis. Which of the following is the LEAST appropriate intervention? Palpate the lymph nodes and spleen Examine the posterior oropharynx for petechiae Obtain a CBC, throat culture, and heterophil antibody test. Obtain an urinalyses and serum for LFTs and amylase - Obtain an urinalyses and s...

Signs Things you can see or measure symptoms Subjective information (The patient must tell you) Pack years Packs per day multiplied by the number of years. Advanced directives are? documents that provide instructions incase the patient is unable to. These instructions should be notarized and copies given to the family and physician. If a patient has a DNI order you can still? Provide non invasive ventilation ( BiPAP) A durable power of attorney allows? A ...