A 50-year-old arrives for their yearly check-up with their NP. Within the session the NP discusses the risks for and screening of Colorectal Cancer. Which of the following statements are accurate and should be discussed with the patient? Select all that apply. Question 53 options: “A person with a previous history of polyps should be […]

A 16-year-old patient with a history of intermittent asthma has a chest radiograph that indicates bilateral basilar pneumonia. The following results are obtained while the patient is breathing spontaneously on room air: pH 7.42 RBC 5 mill/mm PaCO2 41 torr Hb 12g/dL PaO2 57 torr Hct 40% SaO2 89% WBC 3200/mm HCO3 24 mEq/L Temp. […]

Mr. Cohen is a 75-year-old male admitted with an exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (emphysema). He has been keeping the head of the bed up for most of the day and night to facilitate his breathing which has resulted in lower back pain.1. Briefly define chronic obstructive pulmonary dis- ease (COPD). What pathophysiology is […]

 Your client is an 80-year-old man who has been recently diagnosed with hypertension. Since his wifes asnaa Allen sits all day watching tv and orders food off DoorDash. The doctor has educated Alen on the imooane git and a healthy diet. He understands the health risks of not being active and has scheduled fitness cdasses […]

54 yo female hx of osteoarthritis of the left knee, anxiety, depression, tobacco use with complaints of voice hoarseness for 2 weeks. She has tried gargling with warm salt water, but it is not helping. Has not been sick with fever or chills. No sick contacts. No rhinorrhea or viral symptoms. Admits to current tobacco […]

Tom is a 45-year-old man who has been admitted to the emergency department after being involved in a car accident. He sustained multiple injuries, including fractures to his leg and arm. Tom is in significant pain and is feeling anxious about his injuries and the impact on his job and finances. He lives alone and […]