The identification of a disease or condition by a scientific evaluation of physical signs, symptoms, history, laboratory tests, and procedures is known as a _________ _______
ANS:
medical diagnosis
A medical diagnosis is the identification of a disease or condition by a scientific evaluation of physical signs, symptoms, history, laboratory tests, and procedures.
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The nurse is aware that the plague, caused by Yersinia pestis, will most probably be introduced as an aerosolized weapon in a terrorist attack
Although exposed individuals can die in 24 hours, the organism is very vulnerable and can be destroyed by: a. cold temperatures of 40° F. b. exposure to sunlight. c. strong chlorine solution. d. dry environment.
What form of diabetes is characterized by destruction of pancreatic beta cells, resulting in insulin deficiency?
a. Type 1 diabetes b. Type 2 diabetes c. Gestational diabetes d. Maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY)
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a. "I will take salt tablets when I work outdoors in the summer." b. "I should take acetaminophen (Tylenol) if I start to feel too warm." c. "I should drink sports drinks when working outside in hot weather." d. "I will move to a cool environment if I notice that I am feeling confused."