Rubbing away or scraping the skin causes an injury called a/an
A) pressure ulcer.
B) abrasion.
C) edema.
D) atrophy.
B
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A) A man complaining of general fatigue, a headache, and facial pain with a temperature of 100.9 °F B) A woman presenting with malaise, lethargy, and copious nasal secretions C) A man with a dry, stuffy nasopharynx, a sore throat, and temperature of 98.9 °F D) A woman complaining of generalized aches and who has a hoarse voice and reddened, painful upper airways
A medical student is assessing a 22-year-old male who has come to the emergency department because of pain and swelling in his scrotum over the past 36 hours
The attending physician has told the student that she suspects epididymitis. Which of the medical student's following questions is most likely to be useful in the differential diagnosis of epididymitis? A) "Do you know if your vaccinations for mumps are up to date?" B) "Have you had unprotected sex in the past?" C) "Do you have a sensation of heaviness in the left side of your scrotum?" D) "Has it been painful when you get an erection lately?"
Which adverse drug effect may occur in a patient receiving prednisone (Deltasone)?
a. Gastrointestinal (GI) irritation b. Hypoglycemia c. Dehydration d. Thickened skin
During a patient interview, the nurse is going to be listening for cultural influences particularly when assessing: (Select all that apply.)
A) Health care beliefs and practices B) Nutrition C) High-risk behaviors D) Cardiovascular status E) Employment history