A 48-year-old client with central obesity, purple striae on the abdomen, and new-onset hypertension is scheduled for a dexamethasone suppression test to evaluate for suspected Cushing’s syndrome. What is the primary purpose of this diagnostic study?

When using the nutrition fact panel on a food label, which of the following goal is NOT to meet 100% of DV?

An interprofessional team is managing a client with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which interventions should the nurse implement as part of the acute management? Select all that apply.

If you were trying to teach someone how to select a healthy diet which of the following would be the easiest to help them pick the best foods. 

During a routine physical examination, a 35-year-old client demonstrates a slight tremor when holding the hands outstretched. Which additional finding would most strongly suggest an abnormal endocrine function?

You are on your first day of clinical affiliations at a local hospital. Your clinical instructor (CI) notices your artificial nails and reminds you that you need to abide by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Prevention guidelines for nail care. Which of the following is the best reason for you to comply with these regulations?

The physical therapist assistant’s caseload includes several patient on isolation precautions. He is treating the patients in their rooms and documenting between patients at the nursing station. Which of the following hand washing procedures would be most appropriate?

List the 5 food groups.   What is the unit of measure for each food group?

Match abbreviation to its description 

A physical therapist assistant is reviewing infection control principles. Which of the following environmental conditions are most favorable for the growth of pathogens?