Which of the following is not an accurate statement pertaining to the pathophysiology, etiology, or manifestations seen with Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy (DMD)?
Kwashiorkor is a form of protein energy malnutrition that re…
Kwashiorkor is a form of protein energy malnutrition that results in the characteristic swollen abdomen from peripheral edema. Which of the following mechanisms explains the development of edema
The family of a multiple sclerosis client asks, “What psycho…
The family of a multiple sclerosis client asks, “What psychological or physiological manifestations may we expect to see in our mother?” Which of the following would be included in the health care providers response.
Which of the following is an example of a macrovascular comp…
Which of the following is an example of a macrovascular complication of diabetes mellitus:
A patient with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis has required…
A patient with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis has required a mastectomy for the treatment of breast cancer. The surgery was deemed a success, but the client has gone into a myasthenic crisis on postoperative day 1. Which of the following measures should the care team prioritize in this patients immediate care. (Basically – since this could be interpreted as a treatment question – I’m asking you, What is the most concerning manifestation of myasthenia crisis?)
Obesity’s etiology can be considered multifactorial, with a…
Obesity’s etiology can be considered multifactorial, with a genetic component. Which of the following represents a genetic contributor to obesity
An obese patient is secreting insulin within normal ranges b…
An obese patient is secreting insulin within normal ranges but has polydipsia, polyuria and polyphagia. This patient’s symptoms are best explained by which of the following?
I attest that the exam will be my own work. I will neither g…
I attest that the exam will be my own work. I will neither give nor receive assistance with the exam. I understand this is a open book exam / note exam. I will not copy or print this exam..
A person develops a tumor that secretes excess ACTH. Signs a…
A person develops a tumor that secretes excess ACTH. Signs and symptoms in such a person would include:
The use of adult sensors for pediatric patients may lead to…
The use of adult sensors for pediatric patients may lead to and poor data quality.