Diagnosis dx - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is the most important sign in a critically ill pt? Why? - ANSWER-Tachypnea Indicates metabolic acidosis w/ respiratory alkalosis compensation A pt misses dialysis for a few days and comes in with fluid overload. He's tachycardic and tachypneic. On physical exam, you find JVD, pulsus paradoxus (20 mmHg drop during inspiration), and HoTN (80/40) with distant, muffled heart sounds. Lungs are clear to auscultation. What is the dx? - ANSWER-Cardiac tamponade; obstructive shock If a pt ...

AG-ACNP – Respiratory Questions and Answers Graded A+ 58 yo. M presents to ED with complaints of dry cough. CXR revealed generalized, inflamed film throughout. What is the most likely diagnosis? Pneumonitis What drug has been known to prevent nosocomial PNA? Sulcarafate (Carafate) - Mucosal Protective Agent What is an initial finding associated with a pulmonary embolism? Respiratory Alkalosis - secondary to increased RR and blowing off CO2 What is diagnostic of pulmonary HTN? 2D echo Your...

macrocytic anemia - increased MCV -vitamin b12, iron deficiency, pernicious anemia Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) - size of a red blood cell normal: 76 to 96 fL Microcytic anemia - decreased MCV (hypochromic with decreased MCHC) -order serum iron, ferritin, and TIBC what should level to check on kids before starting iron? - *LEAD LEVEL* always check a lead level before starting iron on children because an increased lead level will cause anemia despite normal iron level. Ulcerative Coliti...

CPHON Exam 195 Questions with Verified Answers Classification of Methotrexate - CORRECT ANSWER antimetabolite (s-phase) Classification of mercaptopurine and thioguinine - CORRECT ANSWER antimetabolite(s-phase) Classification of fludarabine/nelarabine - CORRECT ANSWER anti-metabolite Classification of cytarabine/gemcitabine - CORRECT ANSWER antimetabolite Classification and sub-class of ironotecan/topotecan - CORRECT ANSWER Topoisomerase inhibitors (campotothecins) Classificatio...

NR 547 Differential Dx Midterm Questions and Answers 100% AccurateNR 547 Differential Dx Midterm Questions and Answers 100% AccurateNR 547 Differential Dx Midterm Questions and Answers 100% AccurateDifferential Dx - ANSWER-Diagnostic reasoning is the process of questioning one's thinking to determine if all possible avenues have been explored and if the conclusions that are drawn are based on evidence. This is a critical step for providers who are trying to uncover a cause, or diagnosis, for ...

Bell's Palsy correct answer: Peripheral Facial Nerve Paralysis (CNVII) -Benign, unilateral -cause unknown -Flaccidity of affected side of face w/dropping of mouth -recovery within a few weeks or months. Small number have long term facial paralysis Bell's palsy Clinical manifestations correct answer: -increased pain -inability to close eys -tearing -flattening of naso-labial fold -loss of taste -dropping of mouth -fever -tinnitus -pain behind the ear on affected side Bell's...

NR 547 Differential Dx Midterm 2024/2025 Differential Dx - ANSWER Diagnostic reasoning is the process of questioning one's thinking to determine if all possible avenues have been explored and if the conclusions that are drawn are based on evidence. This is a critical step for providers who are trying to uncover a cause, or diagnosis, for their clients' signs and symptoms. The provider's initial hypothesis is known as the differential diagnosis. The ...

Cyclothymic Disorder Diagnostic Criteria: correct answer: • Diagnostic Criteria: For at least 2 years (1 year in children and adolescents) there have been numerous periods with hypomanic symptoms that do not meet the criteria for a hypomanic episode and numerous periods with depressive symptoms that do not meet the criteria for a major depressive episode • During the above 1- or 2-year period, the hypomanic and depressive periods have been present for at least half of the time and the...

Final Exam: NR511 / NR 511 (Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Differential Diagnosis & Primary Care Practicum | Review Study Guide| 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain Question: Carpal tunnel syndrome Answer: compression of the median nerve S/s: wrist achiness that radiates to the base of the thumb on the palm of the hand; may be awakened at night with pain and numbness in the area Dx: phalen's test Tx: initially splint to immobilize and NSAIDs Question: Common causes of sho...

Types of prevention - answer-primary- car restraints, bicycle helmets, immunizations secondary- prevent for those with RF-pap, mammo tertiary-mgmt of established disease- meds, lifestyle Primary - answer-Preventing the health problem, most cost effective form of healthcare **IMMUNIZATIONS, ensuring adequate illumination at home (preventing falls) Secondary - answer-Detecting disease in early asymptomatic stages, screenings -Early cause finding of asymptomatic disease via the use of a sc...