If diagnosed at early stage, an episode of shingles can be shortened by taking an antiviral agent.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: True. Shingles is from the herpes zoster virus.

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A health-care provider is evaluating the urine and blood test reports of a client with a muscular body structure. Which observations are most likely to indicate that the client is suffering from renal impairment? Select all that apply

1. High amount of leukocyte esterase 2. A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) of 25 mg/dL 3. Increased creatinine clearance 4. Decreased creatinine clearance 5. High specific gravity of dilute urine

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The organs of the GI tract include the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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During an otoscopic examination, the _____ can be visualized

A) pinna B) cochlea C) tympanic membrane D) stapes

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How are weight, walk time, and heart rate related to maximal oxygen consumption (V?O2max) in the Rockport Walk Test?

What will be an ideal response?

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