Pernicious vomiting during pregnancy is known as:
A) preeclampsia
B) eclampsia
C) hyperglycemia
D) hyperemesis gravidarum
D
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When you are assessing or managing an older patient, you should:
a. use physical contact to compensate for loss of sight or hearing. b. talk more loudly than normal because most of the elderly have hearing loss. c. separate the patient from friends or family as quickly as possible to reduce anxiety. d. call the patient "dear" or "honey" to make the patient feel cared for.
Of the following, which is TRUE of the changes in blood chemistry and composition in a patient with chronic renal failure?
A) Blood glucose decreases. B) H+ excretion leads to alkalosis. C) Polycythemia occurs. D) Urea and creatinine levels increase.
All of the following critical interventions can be initiated on-scene, EXCEPT:
a. control major bleeding b. airway management c. stabilize flail segment d. initiate an IV line
HIPAA stands for:
A) Health Insurance Protection Amendment Act B) Hospital Intern/Physician Accountability Act C) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act D) Health Insurance Protection and Associated Amendments