American College Of Health Care

Discussion 8 J. L., a 27­year­old African­American female account executive, presents to the Family Medicine office for her annual checkup with her CNP. She has no significant past medical history. Her medications include calcium carbonate 500 mg orally twice a day and a multivitamin daily. She exercises regularly. Her family history is significant for cardiovascular disease (her father had an MI at age 54 and died of a further MI at age 63). She notes that she has been dating her cu...

Question 1 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Flag question Question text A patient is prescribed NPH and regular insulin every morning by his CNP, who is verifying that the patient understands that there are two different peak times to be aware of for this insulin regimen. Why is this important for the provider to address? Select one: a. It is best to plan exercise or other activities around peak insulin activity. b. The risk for hypoglycemia is greatest around the peak of insulin activi...

Assignment 2 R. W. is a 64­year­old Caucasian postal clerk who has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 35 years. He reports to his CNP in his family practice clinic. He presents with progressive difficulty getting his breath while doing simple tasks. He is having difficulty doing any manual work, but he has no symptoms when working behind his desk. He also reports a cough, fatigue, and weight loss. He has been treated for three respiratory infections a year for the past 3 y...

Assignment 2 R. W. is a 64­year­old Caucasian postal clerk who has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 35 years

Assignment 2 R. W. is a 64­year­old Caucasian postal clerk who has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 35 years. He reports to his CNP in his family practice clinic. He presents with progressive difficulty getting his breath while doing simple tasks. He is having difficulty doing any manual work, but he has no symptoms when working behind his desk. He also reports a cough, fatigue, and weight loss. He has been treated for three respiratory infections a year for the past 3 y...

Question text The Infectious Diseases Society of America released new guidelines advising providers against routine antibiotic treatment of sinusitis, because most cases are caused by viruses. When antibiotics are used, the guidelines suggest: Select one: a. amoxicillin alone. b. amoxicillin-clavulanate instead of amoxicillin alone. c. amoxicillin for one week followed by amoxicillin-clavulanate for one week d. Either b or c. Feedback Your answer is correct. The correct answer is: amo...

Question text The Infectious Diseases Society of America released new guidelines advising providers against routine antibiotic treatment of sinusitis, because most cases are caused by viruses. When antibiotics are used, the guidelines suggest: Select one: a. amoxicillin alone. b. amoxicillin-clavulanate instead of amoxicillin alone. c. amoxicillin for one week followed by amoxicillin-clavulanate for one week d. Either b or c. Feedback Your answer is correct. The correct answer is: amo...

Question 1 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Flag question Question text A 16­year­old adolescent is 6 weeks pregnant. The pregnancy has exacerbated her acne. She asks her CNM if she can resume taking her isotretinoin (Accutane) prescription, a category X drug, prescribed by her dermatologist. What is the most appropriate response by the CNM: Select one: a. “Since you have a prescription for Accutane, it is safe to resume using it.” b. “You should consult with your dermatology pr...

Question text The CNP orders the patient a tetracycline antibiotic and instructs him to avoid taking the medication with foods, beverages, or drugs that contain calcium, iron, or magnesium. The patient takes the antibiotic along with a daily multivitamin, not realizing that the vitamin contains iron. What effect may this have on the tetracycline? Select one: a. Decreased metabolism b. Increased distribution c. Impaired absorption d. Impaired excretion Feedback Your answer is correc...

Progress Test 3 Question 1 Correct Mark 1.00 out of 1.00 Flag question Question text A patient is prescribed NPH and regular insulin every morning by his CNP, who is verifying that the patient understands that there are two different peak times to be aware of for this insulin regimen. Why is this important for the provider to address? Select one: a. It is best to plan exercise or other activities around peak insulin activity. b. The risk for hypoglycemia is greatest around the peak ...