Alopecia and dermatitis may indicate a condition known as __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
hypothyroidism
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Patients diagnosed with ________ or dementia who live in extended-care facilities are usually on a locked or secured unit for safety.
A. Alzheimer's disease B. shingles C. delirium D. hepatitis
A patient is admitted with dizziness as a result of taking phenobarbital as prescribed, initial encounter
A. R42, T42.4x1A C. T42.4x2A, R42 B. R42, T42.3x5A D. T42.4x1A, R42
Blood vessels expand and ____________________ every time the heart beats
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
In some patients, what physiological change may alleviate the pain associated with an angina episode?
A. Collateral channels eventually take over and compensate for the blocked arteries. B. The body releases endorphins in response to the episode. C. The heart beats faster to circulate more oxygen through the body. D. The body's metabolic requirements decrease to alleviate the stress of the heart.