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52 yo man - 6 hrs after onset of severe, epigastric abd pain > began at cocktail party > was there for 4 hrs - 3 martinis, lot of food PMHx: HLD (statin) 100.4F 104/min 150/92 mmHg PE: diffuse tenderness over upper quadrants BL - esp epigastrium; no guarding/rebound labs: WBC WNL, BR 3 (direct 2.4), alk phos 210, AST 325, ALT 360, amylase 1200, lipase 600 most likely cause of symptoms? - ANSWER-common bile duct obstruction choledocholithiasis = stone in CBD lipase high so th...

NRNP 6568 Final Exam Practice Questions With Correct Answers Latest Updated 2023 Graded A+. Martin is a 17y/o male who comes to the clinic with the following chief complaint: “I have pain around my belly button and have had no appetite for the past 24 hours. I have had some nausea and have vomited three times. I have had a low-grade fever also.” During the clinical exam, the NP notices that Martin has some guarding and rebound tenderness in the RLQ. The most likely diagnosis for this p...

AMLS Test What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - ANSWER In larger doses narcotics induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95 A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to pericarditis? - A...

ATI Comprehensive Exit Exam (CHECK THE LAST PAGE FOR MULTIPLE VERSIONS OF THE EXAM AND OTHER ATI EXAMS) 1) A nurse in an emergency department completes an assessment on an adolescent client that has conduct disorder. The client threatened suicide to teacher at school. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the assessment? a) Tell me about your siblings b) Tell me what kind of music you like c) Tell me how often do you drink alcohol d) Tell me about your school schedule...

1. A nurse is assessing a client who is 12hr postoperative following a colon resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the surgeon? a. Heart rate 90/min b. Absent bowel sounds c. Hgb 8.2 g/dl d. Gastric pH of 3.0 Rationale: Normal Hgb is 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl. This may indicate a possible hemorrhaging. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer? a. Desmopressin b. Reg...

EMT FISDAP READINESS EXAM Questions and Answers (2022/2023) (Verified Answers) 36/yo female complains of fever, lower abdomen pain that moves to lower back when she walks. BP 144, p98, R 16. You should suspect? Pelvic inflammatory disease Are administering oral glucose to a known diabetic. What should you be most concerned about? The smell of acetone on breath 45 year old is 34 weeks complains of a severe headache, sensitivity to light, and swollen feet. Vitals signs are BP 130/88, P104...

Exam 2: PNR 206/ PNR206 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Medical-Surgical Nursing II Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Fortis Q: Function of gallbladder and liver Answer: Gallbladder stores bile from the liver and delivers it to the small intestine. Q: Gallbladder bile storage capacity Answer: Up to 50ml. Q: Food contributing to colon cancer Answer: Nitrates and nitrites in hot dogs, bacon, lunch meats, smoked fish, some cheeses, charred grill...

ABSITE Exam Questions And Answers 100% Correct Latest (Graded A+). The vagus nerve mediates what in the setting of systemic inflammation? Correct Answer: Enhanced gut motility What type of hormones are cytokines? Correct Answer: polypeptide Function of heat shock proteins Correct Answer: Binding of autologous proteins to improve ligand binding Omega-3 fatty acids have what affect on the inflammatory response? Correct Answer: Decrease What is a known affect of TNF? Correct Answer: Expressi...

Final Exam: NURS 6540/ NURS6540 Test Bank | Advanced Practice Care of Frail Elders| More than 200 Questions and Answers with Rationales | Complete Guide| Verified 2023/2024 1. Mrs. Keating is a 70-year-old woman suffering from arthritis. She is seeing the nurse practitioner for her regular checkup. For a person with chronic degenerative conditions, which of the following should the nurse suggest for health promotion? 1. Take herbal supplements. 2. Increase physical activity. 3. Take ...

LPN 132 Final Study Guide Questions and Answers Rated A+ **Aging causes what change in the gastrointestinal system?** Decreased ability to taste and smell **What should the nurse advise the patient to avoid in order to prevent pancreatitis?** Consuming excessive amounts of alcohol **Following a bowel prep like GoLytely, what electrolyte imbalance sign should the nurse be alert for?** Muscle cramps **During patient education for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy, what important d...