A palpable purpura rash is noted by a nurse practitioner during a physical exam. What condition is most consistent with this finding?

A 49-year-old patient with diabetes mellitus type 2 and hypertension returns for lab results from last week. LDL is 132, HDL is 31, and triglycerides are 210. Per the 2019 ACC/AHA Guideline on the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, what treatment should the nurse practitioner initiate?

A patient is beginning treatment for chronic pain and is unable to tolerate nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. What will the provider prescribe for this patient?

You are assessing a 87 y/o female who has bilateral lower edema. The conditions that need to assessed include: (Select all that apply)

Three months ago a patient has an HbA1c of 6.6 and a fasting glucose of 118. Today the HbA1c is 6.8 and fasting glucose is 126. The patient asks if they are diabetic. How should the nurse practitioner respond?

A 52-year-old patient presents with a history of recurrent lower back pain for 6 months. She denies any injury or accident. The pain is a deep ache and stiffness that is worse upon awakening and improves after walking. What does the nurse practitioner suspect as the cause of these symptoms?

A hypertensive elderly patient is experiencing orthostatic hypotension secondary to antihypertensive medications and is noted to have a drop in systolic blood pressure of 25 mm Hg. Which intervention does the provider order?

A 49-year-old patient with a history of hypertension develops influenza which is confirmed by RT-PCR testing and begins taking an antiviral medication. The next day, the patient reports increased fever and cough without respiratory distress. The patient’s lungs are clear and oxygen saturations are 97% on room air, BP 128/72. What will the nurse practitioner recommend?

A patient presents with a waxy papule on the cheek that has a stuck-on appearance. What is characterized by this type of lesion?

How does an occupational therapist contribute to the rehabilitation of clients with neurological conditions?