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Norma is a 67-year-old female patient that presents to clinic with a painful rash on her torso that started yesterday.  She states she cannot wear a bra because it rubs on the rash and is tender.  The physical exam reveals an erythematous, papular rash that starts below her left axilla and travels around her rib cage to just under her left scapula.  There are a few vesicles present.  Based on this exam, the APRN comes up with a diagnosis and recommends Norma to 

When speaking to patients about bariatric surgery, it is important to provide education on all aspects of the post-op journey. What are the potential short- and long-term risks specific to post bariatric surgery? Select all that apply.

Samantha is a 27-year-old female with a history of seizure disorder that is controlled with phenytoin (Dilantin).  She has questions for you regarding contraception.  What is the best advice you can give her?

Jenna is a 21-year-old female who presents to clinic with complaints of a painful, burning bump on her left labia majora.  On exam, the APRN notes an abraided blister at the posterior fourchette and an ulceration on her left labia majora.  What would be the best treatment recommendation for Jenna?    

When a patient presents with cluster headache, it is also important that you evaluate for the following:

You suspect your patient has hyperthyroidism. Which signs or symptoms may be present during your assessment? Select all that apply.

Lisa is a 54-year-old woman who presents for her annual exam.  She wants to know what to do with this skin lesion she has had for several months.  What is your best plan of care?

Gerald is a 46- year-old male who presents to clinic with complaints of an itching scalp off and on for 6 months. He reports when itching his scalp or brushing his hair, he sees flakes settle on his shirt.  On exam you note several scaly, flaky lesions that are yellow in appearance along the forehead hair line and posterior neck line.  Which treatments should you recommend to Gerald? Select all that apply.  

[CHAPTER 11 – Alternatives to Fossil Fuels]  In Chicago, Mayor Emanuel is focused on ways to improve energy efficiency by _______

[CHAPTER 10 – Air Quality and Climate Change] Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce indoor air pollution?