Which of the following combinations of signs and symptoms would be MOST suggestive of acute myocardial infarction in a geriatric patient?
a. Extreme weakness, malaise, syncope, and jaundice
b. Extreme weakness, syncope, loss of bowel and bladder control, and malaise
c. Syncope, loss of bowel and bladder control, confusion, stiff neck and headache
d. Extreme weakness, confusion, syncope, stiff neck and headache
b
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A. atrophy. B. contract. C. hyperextend. D. collect fat tissue.
Skills acquired in one job that are applicable in another job are called:
A. specialized skills. B. perioperative skills. C. entry-level skills. D. clerical skills. E. None of the above
Which of the following examination methods involves touching the patient to assess texture, temperature, and shape?
A. Manipulation B. Percussion C. Auscultation D. Mensuration E. Palpation
An effective method for reducing scatter radiation production is the
a. 15% rule of kVp change. b. use of x-ray beam angulation. c. use of an increased exposure time with mA compensation. d. selection of small focal spot.