What other condition frequently suffered by obese patients and discovered intraoperatively may be treated surgically in conjunction with a bariatric procedure?
a. cholelithiasis
b. degenerative osteoarthritis
c. non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
d. obstructive sleep apnea
a
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A 3-year-old has stuck a crayon in his nose. Assessment reveals the crayon to be deeply embedded in the right nostril with some irritation and swelling noted. His vital signs are: pulse 124, respiration 20, and SpO2 100%. Which of the following would be most appropriate when caring for this child?
A) Non-emergent transport to the hospital B) High-concentration oxygen C) Attempt removal of the crayon with forceps D) Place a warm pack to the bridge of the nose
You have been called for a 13-year-old boy who was caught sniffing glue by his parents. The boy is lethargic and confused and complaining of "burning" in his mouth and nose, as well as nausea and vomiting. Based on the clinical presentation and mechanism of illness, how has this poison affected the boy's brain?
A) Absorbing through the small intestine into the bloodstream and then on to the brain B) Directly contacting the brain by crossing the mucous membranes of the mouth and nose C) Crossing from the lungs into the bloodstream and then circulating to the brain D) Absorbing fumes through the skin, nose, and eyes and then on to the brain
FSH and LH, which play a role in sexual development, are secreted by the ____
A) ovaries B) pancreas C) pituitary D) thyroid
Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) are entitled to Medicare benefits until
A. they reach the age of 30. B. They can be any age as long as they receive dialysis or a renal transplant. C. after reaching the age of 65. D. they reach the age of 65.