Which of the following medications may increase the risk of GI bleeding in elderly patients?

Sulfonylureas
Oral decongestants
Ampicillin
Aspirin


Aspirin

Rationale: Aspirin may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding in elderly patients. This may be due to reduced production of protective GI substances, presence of peptic ulcers, and other conditions.

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Unilateral neglect is most likely to occur with stroke of which vessel?

a. Right MCA b. Left MCA c. Right ACA d. Left ACA

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When the sheath of a braid-on-braid rope slides on its core, a firefighter should:

A. destroy the rope immediately. B. record the damage in the rope log. C. cut off the end to pull off excess material. D. store the rope in a dryer place, moisture is causing the slippage.

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Explanation of benefits (EOB) notifications are issued in the same format by all insurance carriers

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Medical records usually include:

A) administrative information. B) demographic information. C) clinical and laboratory information. D) all of the above.

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