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APEA 3P EXAM PREP6 –GL WITH VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WTH RATIONALE
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APEA 3P EXAM PREP6 –GL WITH VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WTH RATIONALE 
 
Mrs. Lovely, an 84-year-old, complains of fecal incontinence. A likely cause is: inactivity. 
constipation. 
poor fluidconsumption. 
medication-related. 
B. 
Underlying constipation is a common cause of fecal incontinence in older adults. However, 
typically it is multifactorial. Risk factors include: age > 80 years, impaired mobility, and 
neurologic disorders including dementia. Inactivity and poor fluid consum...
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PAEA General Surgery EOR Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass
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PAEA General Surgery EOR Exam 
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what are the 2 conditions under the inflammatory bowel disease umbrella? - Answer- 1. 
ulcerative colitis 
2. crohn's dz 
in comparing ulcerative colitis and crohn's dz, which is: 
-limited to the colon w/ rectum always involved *VS* mouth to anus 
-transmural *VS* mucosa/submucosa involved 
-LLQ *VS* RLQ pain 
-bloody diarrhea *VS* non 
-complications of perianal dz, strictures, fistulas & granulomas *VS* colon cancer & 
toxic me...
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NURS 6560 Midterm Exam Questions and Answers (UPDATED) 2023 Assured A+.
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NURS 6560 Midterm Exam Questions and Answers (UPDATED) 2023 Assured A+. 
Question 1 
S. is a 59-year-old female who has been followed for several years for aortic regurgitation. Serial 
echocardiography has demonstrated normal ventricular function, but the patient was lost to 
follow-up for the last 16 months and now presents complaining of activity intolerance and 
weight gain. Physical examination reveals a grade IV/VI diastolic aortic murmur and 2+ lower 
extremity edema to the midcalf. The A...
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AANP Exam 3 2023 with 100% correct answers
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Mens Health Priapism - correct answer -painful erection for 204 hours, ischemi form is medical/surgical emergency 
 
Testicular cancer - correct answer -hard fixed, nodule, heaviness or aching, one testicle larger than other, hydrocele from tumor, painless asymptomatic until Metz, DX gold standard testicular biopsy, US of testes, refer to urology, for surgical removal (orchiectomy) 
 
Prostate Cancer - correct answer -most common cancer in men, new onset of low back pain, rectal perianal area, o...
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Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 20 The Gastrointestinal System
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Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) 
Chapter 20 The Gastrointestinal System 
1) An older resident is complaining of being constipated. Which action should the nurse take first 
when caring for this patient? 
1. Assess the diet for adequacy of fiber and fluids. 
2. Determine what the patient means by constipation. 
3. Obtain an order for a laxative and an enema if needed. 
4. Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake and activity. 
Answer: 2 
Explanation: 1. Assessing the diet...
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Summary Patient Care Rounds: Bowel Diversion Results (Miguel Flores) 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations
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Summary Patient Care Rounds: 
Bowel Diversion Results (Miguel 
Flores) 100% TRUSTED Complete, 
trusted solutions and explanations. 
What is the initial ostomy drainage after bowel surgery? - ANS-Bright 
red and then become dark and finally clear or greenish yellow during 
the first 2-3 days. 
Definition: Malignancy of the colon or rectum, in the third most 
commonly occurring cancer and the second leading cause of 
cancer deaths in the US. - ANS-Colorectal cancer 
Nearly all colon cancer...
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APEA 3P EXAM PREP-MEN’S HEALTH WITH BEST SOLUTIONS
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APEA 3P EXAM PREP-MEN’S HEALTH WITH BEST SOLUTIONS 
Hesselbach’s triangle forms the landmark for: 
 
inguinal hernia. femoral hernia. abdominal hernia. umbilical hernia. A. 
Direct inguinal hernias occur through Hesselbach’s triangle. The inguinal ligament, the rectus muscle, and the epigastric vessels form the triangle. When there is a weakness in the floor of the inguinal canal, a hernia can result. Inguinal hernias are the most common groin hernias in men and women. Repair of this is th...
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GERD Questions and Answers Already Graded A
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GERD Questions and Answers Already 
 
Graded A 
 
Where is the lower esophageal sphincter? 1 
 
What are common manifestations of gastroesophageal reflux disease? Select all that apply. 
*Dyspepsia 
*Pyrosis 
 
Which of the following prescriptions is commonly administered for gastroesophageal reflux 
disease (GERD)? famotidine 
 
What are some risk factors commonly associated with the development of GERD? Select all that 
apply. *Hiatal hernias 
*Smoking 
*Obesity 
 
Which of the following quest...
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Hernias (General Surgery EOR - Smarty PANCE) Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct
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Hernias (General Surgery EOR - Smarty PANCE) 
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What type of inguinal hernia is felt on the side of the finger during exam? 
Direct 
What type of inguinal hernia is felt on the tip of the finger during exam? 
Indirect 
Will umbilical hernias in children <12 months old usually resolve on their own? 
Yes 
Risk factors for ventral hernia? 
Abdominal surgery - Age - Obesity - Wound infection - Surgical drains 
What is the Dx and treatment? Stomach herniated ...
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NRNP 6560 MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS 2023/2024 (VERIFIED ANSWERS) WALDEN UNIVERSITY
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Question 1 
 
S. is a 59-year-old female who has been followed for several years for aortic regurgitation. Serial echocardiography has demonstrated normal ventricular function, but the patient was lost to follow-up for the last 16 months and now presents complaining of activity intolerance and weight gain. Physical examination reveals a grade IV/VI diastolic aortic murmur and 2+ lower extremity edema to the midcalf. The AGACNP considers which of the following as the most appropriate management s...
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