The most common opportunistic infection to cause an admission to the ICU for a patient with AIDS is
A) hepatitis C.
B) Pneumocystis pneumonia.
C) Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
D) Candida
B
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a. Normal urine output b. Strong peripheral pulses c. Clear breath sounds bilaterally d. Normal muscle strength
Which theory was developed by Walter Canon and is based on the body's fight or flight reaction?
A) Homeostasis B) Genetic principles C) Natural history of disease D) Stress and adaptation
An example of a voluntary approach to quality control used primarily for institutions is:
a. Accreditation b. Licensure c. Certification d. Credentialing
Mood disorders are emotional disorders characterized by changes in mood, and they range from mania to depression. Which symptoms characterize major depressive disorder?
1. Fatigue and decreased appetite 2. Anxiety and elevated mood 3. Low mood and increased activity 4. Psychosis and euphoria