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Home>Homework Answsers>Nursing homework helpQuestion 1 2 / 2 pointsOsteoarthritis is primarily a noninflammatory condition.Question options:a) Trueb) FalseQuestion 2 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following medications for type 2 diabetes mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy?Question options:a) Insulinb) Metforminc) Glucotrold) PrecoseQuestion 3 2 / 2 pointsAfter removing a tack from a type 2 diabetic’s heel and evaluating the site for infection, what is the best plan for this patient?Question options:a) Suggest she use a heating pad to improve circulation.b) Refer to a podiatrist for a foot care treatment plan.c) Send her for acupuncture treatments.d) All of the aboveQuestion 4 2 / 2 pointsSam is a 25-year-old who has been diagnosed with low back strain based on his history of localized low back pain and muscle spasm along with a normal neurological examination. As the clinician, you explain to Sam that low back pain is a diagnosis of exclusion. Which of the following symptoms would alert the clinician to the more serious finding of a herniated nucleus pulposus or ruptured disc?Question options:a) Morning stiffness and limited mobility of the lumbar spineb) Unilateral radicular pain symptoms that extend below the knee and are equal to or greater than the back painc) Fever, chills, and elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rated) Pathologic fractures, severe night pain, weight loss, and fatigueQuestion 5 2 / 2 pointsJohn is a 16-year-old boy who presents to the emergency room after hurting his knee in a football game. He described twisting his knee and then being unable to extend it completely. John tells the clinician that he heard a pop when the injury occurred and has been experiencing localized pain.The clinician suspects a meniscal tear. Which test would be most appropriate to assess for the presence of a meniscal tear?Question options:a) Valgus stress testb) McMurray circumduction testc) Lachman testd) Varus stress testQuestion 6 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician has instructed Sam, a 25-year-old patient with low back strain, to use NSAIDs to manage his symptoms of pain and discomfort.Which of the following statements would be most appropriate when teaching Sam about the use of NSAIDs?Question options:a) “You should start with the lowest dose that is effective in managing your pain, because long-term use of NSAIDs can result in gastrointestinal (GI) disorders such as ulcers and hemorrhage.”b) “You should start with the lowest dose that is effective in managing your pain to avoid developing tolerance to the medication.”c) “You should take the maximum recommended dose of NSAIDs so that you will not need to take narcotics to control your pain.”d) “It is important to take NSAIDs on an empty stomach in order to increase absorption.”Question 7 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician is caring for Diane, a 22-year-old woman who presents with an injured ankle. Diane asks the clinician if she will need an x-ray. The clinician explains to Diane that an x-ray is not always necessary for an injured ankle and that the decision to obtain radiographs is dependent on the examination and Diane’s description of her injury. Which of the following clues in Diane’s examination or history would alert the clinician to the need for obtaining radiographs?Question options:a) Inability to bear weight immediately after the injuryb) Development of marked ankle swelling and discoloration after the injuryc) Crepitation with palpation or movement of the ankled) All of the aboveQuestion 8 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician finds numerous nodules on the thyroid of a 65-year-old woman. The clinician suspects thyroid cancer. Which of the following data would be most significant for this patient?Question options:a) A history of tonsillectomy in the 1940sb) Recent exposure to mumpsc) Vegetarian dietd) Allergy to iodineQuestion 9 2 / 2 pointsA vegetarian patient with gout asks the clinician about food he should avoid. The clinician should advise the patient to avoid which of the following foods?Question options:a) Riceb) Carrotsc) Spinachd) PotatoesQuestion 10 2 / 2 pointsOne of the most frequent presenting signs/symptoms of osteoporosis is:Question options:a) Goiterb) Abnormal serum calciumc) Elevated urine biochemical markersd) Bony fractureQuestion 11 2 / 2 pointsAfter 6 months of Synthroid therapy, the clinician should expect which of the following in the repeat thyroid studies?Question options:a) Elevated TSHb) Normal TSHc) Low TSHd) Undetectable TSHQuestion 12 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following signs or symptoms indicate an inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?Question options:a) Decreased C-reactive proteinb) Hyperalbuminemiac) Morning stiffnessd) Weight gainQuestion 13 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician prescribes glipizide (Glucotrol) for a diabetic patient. Which statement made by the patient would indicate that your teaching has been effective?Question options:a) “I’ll take my pill at least 30 minutes before breakfast.”b) “I’ll take my Glucotrol before bedtime.”c) “It is important to take my medication right after I eat.”d) “Since I only like to eat two meals a day, I can take the pill between my meals.”Question 14 2 / 2 pointsThe presence of a positive rheumatoid factor is always indicative of rheumatoid arthritis.Question options:a) Trueb) FalseQuestion 15 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following statements is true regarding the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome?Question options:a) The goal of treatment is to prevent flexion and extension movements of the wrist.b) Splints are used in carpal tunnel syndrome, because they allow for free movement of the fingers and thumb while maintaining the wrist in a neutral position.c) Corticosteroid injections are discouraged in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome because of the risks for median nerve damage, scarring, and infection.d) All of the aboveQuestion 16 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following medications can cause hyperglycemia?Question options:a) Prednisoneb) Metforminc) Synthroidd) CephalexinQuestion 17 2 / 2 pointsJanet is a 30-year-old who has recently been diagnosed with a herniated disc at the level of L5-S1. She is currently in the emergency room with suspicion of cauda equina compression. Which of the following is a sign or symptom of cauda equina compression?Question options:a) Gastrocnemius weaknessb) A reduced or absent ankle reflexc) Numbness in the lateral footd) Paresthesia of the perineum and buttocksQuestion 18 2 / 2 pointsYou are performing muscle strength testing on a patient presenting with musculoskeletal pain and find that the patient has complete ROM with gravity eliminated. Which numeric grade of muscle strength would you give this patient?Question options:a) 1b) 2c) 3d) 4e) 5Question 19 2 / 2 pointsA diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?Question options:a) “Control of glucose will help postpone or delay complications.”b) “Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine.”c) “Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control.”d) All of the aboveQuestion 20 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following is diagnostic for diabetes mellitus?Question options:a) A1C 7.0 on one occasionb) Fasting blood sugar (FBS) of 100 mg/dL on two occasionsc) Random plasma glucose greater than or equal to 200 in a person with symptoms of hyperglycemiad) Two-hour post-load plasma glucose of 300 mg/dL on one occasionQuestion 21 2 / 2 pointsA patient with type 2 diabetes asks the clinician why she needs to exercise. In order to answer her, the clinician must understand that exercise has what effect on the patient with type 2 diabetes?Question options:a) Reduces postprandial blood glucoseb) Reduces triglycerides and increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL)c) Reduces total cholesterold) All of the aboveQuestion 22 0 / 2 pointsA 35-year-old woman presents with symptoms of hypoglycemia.There is no history of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should be included in the differential diagnosis?Question options:a) Anxiety disorderb) Pheochromocytomac) Psychosisd) All of the aboveQuestion 23 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician has been doing diabetic teaching for a patient with type 1 diabetes. Which of the following statements by the patient would indicate that teaching has been effective?Question options:a) “As long as I don’t need glasses, I don’t have to worry about going blind.”b) “I know I need to have my eyes checked every year.”c) “My optometrist checks my eyes.”d) “I will see my eye doctor when my vision gets blurry.”Question 24 2 / 2 pointsA 70-year-old female has fallen 2 weeks ago and developed immediate pain in her left wrist. She thought she just bruised it but is worried because it has not improved. She has used Tylenol® and ice at home, and that has helped slightly. You examine her and find she has moderate swelling and ecchymosis but no overtly obvious deformity. Her ROM is uncomfortable and severely diminished due to the pain. No crepitus is heard or felt. Her fingers are warm; her pulse is strong; and capillary refill is less than 2 seconds.What should you do?Question options:a) Make an immediate referral for an orthopedic evaluation without further assessment.b) Tell her that it takes time for these bruises to improve, so she should be patient.c) Obtain a wrist x-ray and place her wrist in a splint or prescribe a splint.d) Send her to the emergency room for reduction of this obvious wrist fracture.Question 25 2 / 2 pointsA patient with type 1 diabetes comes to the clinic complaining of feeling nervous and clammy. He states that he took his insulin this morning but was late for work and did not eat breakfast. Which action should the clinician take first?Question options:a) Check his blood sugar.b) Have him drink 4 ounces of juice.c) Call 911.d) Ask him about his usual eating habits.Question 26 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician suspects that a client seen in the office has hyperthyroidism. Which of the following tests should the clinician order on the initial visit?Question options:a) High sensitivity thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and free T4b) Free T4 and serum calciumc) Free T3 and T4d) TSH and thyroxin antibodiesQuestion 27 2 / 2 pointsA 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon reflexes.Which of the following tests should be ordered next?Question options:a) Serum calciumb) TSHc) Electrolytesd) Urine specific gravityQuestion 28 2 / 2 pointsMrs. Gray is a 55-year-old woman who presents with tightness, pain, and limited movement in her right shoulder. She denies any history of trauma. Her examination reveals a 75% reduction in both active and passive ROM of the right shoulder. Mrs. Gray also is experiencing tenderness with motion and pain at the deltoid insertion. Her medical history is significant for type 1 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Her social history reveals that she is a secretary and that she is right-handed. Based on her examination and medical history, you suspect adhesive capsulitis, or “frozen shoulder.” Which clue in Mrs. Gray’s history supports this diagnosis?Question options:a) History of hypertensionb) Her affected shoulder is also her dominant arm.c) Her history of diabetes mellitusd) Her work as a secretary predisposes her to repetitive motions.Question 29 2 / 2 pointsWhat is the recommended daily calcium intake for adults over the age of 50 with low bone mass?Question options:a) 1,200 mg/dayb) 1,000 mg/dayc) 1,300 mg/dayd) 1,500 mg/dayQuestion 30 2 / 2 pointsA patient is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Which of the following electrocardiogram changes should the clinician expect as a manifestation of the disease?Question options:a) Sinus bradycardiab) Atrial fibrillationc) Supraventricular tachycardiad) U wavesQuestion 31 2 / 2 pointsYou have detected the presence of crepitus on examination of a patient with a musculoskeletal complaint. Additionally, there is limited range of motion (ROM) with both active and passive movement. These findings suggest that the origin of the musculoskeletal complaint is:Question options:a) Articularb) Inflammatoryc) Nonarticulard) A and BQuestion 32 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following statements concerning the treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome is true?Question options:a) There is currently no cure for the disorder; however, patients should be made aware that symptom relief is possible.b) Treatment is directed toward controlling discomfort, improving sleep, and maintaining function.c) Fibromyalgia syndrome can be difficult to manage, requiring a variety of approaches and multiple medications.d) All of the aboveQuestion 33 2 / 2 pointsMrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:a) Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyleb) Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearmc) Inability to supinate and pronate the armd) Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistanceQuestion 34 2 / 2 pointsMrs. Allen is a 60-year-old woman who has been diagnosed with osteoporosis. She is very concerned about the risk of breast cancer associated with hormone replacement therapy and is wondering what other treatments are available to her. The clinician explains that bisphosphonates are another class of drugs used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. What teaching should the clinician give Mrs. Allen in regard to taking bisphosphonates?Question options:a) Taking bisphosphonates can result in hypercalcemia, so calcium intake should be decreased while taking this class of drugs.b) There is potential for upper GI irritation, so these medications are contraindicated in people with abnormalities of the esophagus or delayed esophageal emptying.c) This class of drugs can be taken at any time of the day without regard to meals.d) None of the aboveQuestion 35 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician suspects that a client has patellar instability. In order to test for this, the client is seated with the quadriceps relaxed, and the knee is placed in extension. Next the patella is displaced laterally, and the knee flexed to 30°. If instability is present, this maneuver displaces the patella to an abnormal position on the lateral femoral condyle, and the client will perceive pain. Testing for patellar instability in this way is known as:Question options:a) Apprehension signb) Bulge signc) Thumb signd) None of the aboveQuestion 36 2 / 2 pointsNormal estrogen function is important for preventing osteoporosis in both men and women. Estrogen works to prevent osteoporosis in which of the following ways?Question options:a) By decreasing the erosive activity of osteoclastsb) By promoting osteoclastogenesisc) By inhibiting osteoclast apoptosisd) All of the aboveQuestion 37 2 / 2 pointsWhich of the following tests should you order to confirm Mr.W’s diagnosis?Question options:a) Bone scanb) Computed tomography (CT) scanc) X-ray of the footd) Culture of the ulcerQuestion 38 2 / 2 pointsOne of the initial steps in assessing patients with musculoskeletal complaints is to determine whether the complaint is articular or nonarticular in origin. Which of the following is an example of an articular structure?Question options:a) Boneb) Synoviumc) Tendonsd) FasciaQuestion 39 2 / 2 pointsMr. S presents in the clinic with pain, tenderness, erythema, and swelling of his left great toe. The clinician suspects acute gout. Which of the following should the clinician expect in the initial test results for this patient?Question options:a) Elevated uric acid levelb) Elevated blood urea nitrogenc) Decreased urine pHd) Decreased C-reactive proteinQuestion 40 2 / 2 pointsUrine-free cortisol is one of four diagnostic tests recommended for Cushing’s syndrome.Question options:a) Trueb) FalseQuestion 41 2 / 2 pointsJoyce is seen in the clinic complaining of vague symptoms of nervousness and irritability. She says that her hair will not hold a permanent wave anymore. On physical examination, the clinician finds an irregular heartbeat and brisk reflexes. The differential diagnosis should include which of the following conditions?Question options:a) Myxedemab) Thyrotoxicosisc) Cushing’s syndromed) Pan-hypopituitarismQuestion 42 0 / 2 pointsHow often should the clinician examine the feet of a person with diabetes?Question options:a) Once a yearb) Every 6 monthsc) Every 3 monthsd) Every visitQuestion 43 2 / 2 pointsA BMI of 29 kg/m2 is considered obesity.Question options:a) Trueb) FalseQuestion 44 2 / 2 pointsJennifer is an 18-year-old who comes to the emergency room after a fall during a soccer game. Jennifer explains that she fell on her left side and kept her arm out straight to break her fall. She has been experiencing severe pain and limited ROM in her left shoulder. The clinician has diagnosed Jennifer with a dislocated shoulder. Which of the following statements are true concerning shoulder dislocation?Question options:a) Posterior dislocations are more common than anterior dislocations.b) There is a risk of neurovascular and neurosensory trauma, so the clinician should check for distal pulses.c) Recurrent dislocations are uncommon and would require great force to result in injury.d) Surgery is most commonly the treatment of choice.Question 45 2 / 2 pointsThe clinician should question the patient with suspected gout about use of which of these medications?Question options:a) Low-dose aspirinb) Thiazide diureticsc) Ethambutold) All of the aboveQuestion 46 2 / 2 pointsMetformin is the first line of pharmacologic treatment for type 2 DM.Question options:a) Trueb) FalseQuestion 47 2 / 2 pointsMrs. Anderson is a 35-year-old woman who has been recently diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. She has two young children and asks the clinician what the chances are that they also will develop carpal tunnel syndrome. Which of the following responses would be correct regarding the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome?Question options:a) Carpal tunnel syndrome commonly occurs in families. Genetic factors are thought to account for about one-half the risk of developing carpal tunnel.b) Only people with occupations that require repeated flexion extension of the wrist, use of hand tools that require forceful gripping, or use of hand tools that vibrate are at risk for developing carpal tunnel.c) An underlying musculoskeletal disorder must be present for a person to develop carpal tunnel.d) Carpal tunnel syndrome only occurs in the presence of a hormonal imbalance.Question 48 2 / 2 pointsFruit juice with added sugar is the treatment of choice for anyone experiencing hypoglycemia.Question options:a) Trueb) FalseQuestion 49 2 / 2 pointsThe patient is prescribed radioactive iodine (RAI) and asks the clinician how this drug works. The clinician’s response should include which of the following data?Question options:a) RAI prevents the peripheral conversion of T4 to T3.b) RAI binds free T4.c) RAI destroys thyroid tissue.d) RAI reduces freely circulating iodine.Question 50 2 / 2 pointsLifestyle modification is the treatment of choice for metabolic syndrome.Question options:a) Trueb) False6 years agoReport issueMN568 Unit 8 Exam Latest…GUARANTEED A+ ANSWERS! GOOD LUCKNOT RATEDPurchase the answer to view itMN568Unit8Examlatest2017.docxplagiarism checkPurchase $9.99

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