The pain associated with a herniated lumbar disk is most likely to be described as ______.

A. aching, and localized in the lower back
B. cramping and radiating around the flank to the groin
C. shooting and radiating down the posterior aspect of one leg
D. throbbing and radiating through to the anterior abdominal wall


Answer: C. shooting and radiating down the posterior aspect of one leg

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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After performing the initial assessment and determining patient priority, the next step in patient assessment is to conduct the appropriate history and physical exam.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Another name for ________ is quinsy sore throat.

A. lymphosarcoma B. Hodgkin's disease C. strep throat D. peritonsillar abscess

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Pediatric practices often divide appointments into:

A) well-child and sick-child care. B) emergency and nonemergency care. C) both A and B. D) neither A nor B.

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