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
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.
Explanation of benefits (EOB) notifications are issued in the same format by all insurance carriers
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Medical records usually include:
A) administrative information. B) demographic information. C) clinical and laboratory information. D) all of the above.