Susan is a 34-year-old white school teacher who presents to…

Susan is a 34-year-old white school teacher who presents to the clinic with complaints of heart palpitations.  She states the palpitations have awakened her at night.  Susan admits to mild chest pain but denies pressure or tightness in her chest.  What is the next course of action for the NP?

An adolescent patient reports intermitted pain and swelling…

An adolescent patient reports intermitted pain and swelling in various joints on the right side including the knee, elbow, wrist, and ankle. A physical examination reveals tenosynovitis and a maculopapular rash. Which diagnostic tests will be most helpful in determining a diagnosis in this patient?

An elderly patient has symptoms of depression and the patien…

An elderly patient has symptoms of depression and the patient’s daughter asks about possible Alzheimer’s disease (AD) since there is a family history of this disease. A screening evaluation shows no memory loss. What is the initial step in managing this patient?