Which of the following is a portal complication of liver cirrhosis?

A 75-year-old obese female presents to her primary care provider with complaints of lower extremity edema. On physical examination, varicose veins are noted. During the patient history, which of the following findings is most likely the cause of her varicose veins?

Ulcerative colitis primarily affects which organ?

Which disorder involves twisting of the intestines?

A 40-year-old woman with severe seasonal allergies is referred to an allergist for weekly allergy injections. She is confused about why she is being repeatedly exposed to the substances that trigger her allergies. Which phenomenon best captures the rationale for allergy desensitization therapy?

Which disorder is associated with inflammation of the peritoneum?

A nurse is teaching a patient with a recent diagnosis of diabetes about the roles that glucose and insulin play in the disease pathology and the fact that glucose must enter the body’s cells in order to provide energy for the body.  The nurse understands which process allows glucose to enter body cells?

Which disease describes liver scarring?

A 72-year-old female has just been diagnosed with a new heart murmur due to aortic stenosis. After the cardiologist leaves the room, she asks the nurse, “What caused this murmur to happen now?” What is the nurse’s best response?

What is gingivitis?