Onychomycosis is a chronic fungal disease of the:
A) skin
B) nails
C) hair
D) sweat glands
B) nails
B) Onychomycosis is a chronic fungal disease of the nails. Also known as tinea unguium, if untreated, the nails can become so thick that they press against the insides of gloves or shoes. This may cause pressure, irritation, and pain. Toenails are much more likely to be infected than fingernails, and incidence of onychomycosis has been increasing.
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to the team of rescuers? A) "Do not wipe the water off him. It will keep his body cool and protect vital organs like his brain and heart." B) "Do not apply the AED if he goes into cardiac arrest. The water was very cold and the AED is contraindicated in hypothermia." C) "I need someone to perform abdominal thrusts to see if he took water into his stomach." D) "Let's move him into the warm ambulance as quickly as possible, and then cut off his clothes and cover him."
Suture-needle combination containing a needle at each end of the suture is called a __________ suture
A. double-armed B. double needle
Groups for caretakers of older adults primarily supply ______ .
Fill in the blank with the correct words.
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A. Since the results were good, you should tell Mrs. Casanello and relieve her fears as soon as possible. B. Avoid the issue by telling her that the results are not in yet. C. Tell Mrs. Casanello that you will tell the doctor to call her back. D. Make an appointment for next Tuesday for Mrs. Casanello to come in for a follow-up and find out the results. E. Tell Mrs. Casanello that you will check with the doctor and someone will call her as soon as the results have been interpreted.