A patient with a sore throat is complaining of "trouble with hearing." What might the patient be experiencing?
A. Infected tonsils
B. Inner ear infection
C. Middle ear infection
D. Sinus infection
Answer: C
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On the morning of a final exam, the student is feeling tense and excited, with her heart rate and breathing slightly increased. She is feeling energized and alert with her attention focused on the exam
Based on these findings, what advice can the student be given? a. Practice deep breathing and do some exercise to stabilize vital signs. b. Request to take the exam at a later date when anxiety decreases. c. Take the exam more seriously and treat it with more concern. d. The level of anxiety described should allow for a positive outcome.
A patient is applying for Medicaid. What does the receipt of benefits require?
a. Following a supervised health mainten-ance plan b. Enrolling in the Medicare-Preferred Drug Plan c. Qualifying for the food stamp program d. Having an annual income of less than $10,000
A client with a nasotracheal tube in place has been restless and pulling at the tube. How should the nurse assess if the tube is still in place?
1. Count the client's respirations. 2. Assess the depth of the client's respirations. 3. Auscultate for bilateral breath sounds. 4. Deflate the cuff and listen for minimal leak.
Which of the following are cultural aspects of mental illness? Select all that apply
A. Local or cultural norms define pathological behavior. B. The higher the social class the greater the recognition of mental illness behaviors. C. Psychiatrists typically see patients when the family can no longer deny the illness. D. The greater the cultural distance from the mainstream of society, the greater the likelihood that the illness will be treated with sensitivity and compassion.