Which serum test would a physician order if jaundice was suspected?
a. Cardiac enzymes
b. Liver enzymes
c. Total bilirubin
d. Complete blood count
C
Jaundice is the discoloration of body tissues caused by abnormally high blood levels of bilirubin. This yellow discoloration is recognized when the total serum bilirubin exceeds 2.5 mg/dL.
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1. Presbycusis. 2. Mastoiditis. 3. Otitis media. 4. Otitis externa.
64 oz = _____ pt
a. 1/4 b. 4 c. 1/2 d. 8
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A) "Cool compresses may help cool the burn." B) "He should manually peel off any flaking skin." C) "Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen are helpful." D) "He should avoid hot showers or baths for a couple of days."
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