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On physical examination you notice an enlargement of the terminal phalanges of the fingers and toes. What is this called?

What is the blood urea nitrogen reference range?

a. What are retractions? b. List the three types of retractions.

Which microbiology test is standard for diagnosing CF? 

Excessive platelets are referred to as ________________________.

The past medical history presents a detailed systematic account of the patient’s major complaints written by a doctor after the interview with the patient.

a. List three types of white blood cells that make up the white blood cell differential. b. Give the appropriate reference range for each type of white blood cell.

a. A patient with an elevated respiratory rate greater than 20 breaths/min is defined as experiencing? b. List two sources/causes for an elevated respiratory rate.

Reference range variations are related to age, gender, race, and ethnicity.

What is defined as the process of identifying the nature and cause of illness?