A physical examination would include which of the following?
a. Lab tests such as urinalysis and blood tests
b. X-rays
c. Auscultation, palpation, and percussion
d. Physical therapy
Answer: c. Auscultation, palpation, and percussion
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A patient who is unresponsive has a blood glucose level of 28 mg/dL. Her family states that she took her insulin in the morning 3 hours ago. Which of these statements made by the family would make sense in regard to the patient's current blood sugar level?
A) "She is going to the bathroom all of the time." B) "She smoked a cigarette just before becoming unresponsive." C) "She did not eat after taking her insulin." D) "She ate a lot of cake and ice cream last night."
Which of the following descriptions constitutes a consultation?
a. A request from the lab for a physician on call to look at critical lab results b. A request from a physician for another physician to see a patient for diagnostic impressions c. A request by a radiology technician for a physician to report the findings of an x-ray d. A request by a social worker for a psychiatrist to see a patient for medication evaluation
Define epidemiology
What will be an ideal response?
The ________ glands produce an oily substance called sebum that is secreted onto hairs to keep them soft and pliable and also to prevent bacteria from growing on the skin.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).