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A 67-year-old woman presents with palpitations, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Her ECG shows the following rhythm. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? 

A nursing home resident with a history of dysphagia has been prescribed nectar-thick liquids. The nurse notices the resident coughing frequently during meals. What is the best nursing action?

A 35-year-old male with a recent viral infection presents with sharp chest pain that worsens when lying down and improves when sitting up and leaning forward. A pericardial friction rub is heard on exam. Which of the following diagnostics is recommended for the initial assessment? 

A patient with Crohn’s disease is admitted with severe abdominal pain, weight loss, and multiple episodes of diarrhea. What is the priority assessment?

A child with celiac disease is being discharged. Which meal selection by the parent indicates an understanding of dietary restrictions?

H55. Briefly define endomitosis. 

What statement best describes the authors attitude towards doctors in the American Civil War?

H21, H38. What product of the glycolytic pathway alters the affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen?

Scores on a national college admissions test follow the Normal curve with a mean of 600 and a standard deviation of 100.  A small liberal arts college considers for admission only those applicants who score above 500.  The applicants to this college are similar in composition to the total group of test takers.  Approximately, what percent of the applicants would you expect the college to consider for admission?  Hint: Draw a picture.

Scores on a national college admissions test follow the Normal curve with a mean of 600 and a standard deviation of 100.  Approximately, what percent of the scores are between 450 and 550?  Hint: Draw a picture.