An inflammation of the joints resulting from an excess of uric acid in the bloodstream is which of the following conditions?
A. gout
B. bursitis
C. myositis
D. uremia
Answer: A
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A) Caucasian or Latino males B) Latino or African-American males C) Caucasian or Latino females D) Latino or African-American females
A nurse assesses a patient diagnosed with functional neurological (conversion) disorder. Which comment is most likely from this patient?
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The nurse is preparing an older patient's evening medications. Which of the following does the nurse recognize as relatively safe for difficulty sleeping?
a. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) b. Melatonin c. Valerian d. Lorazepam