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Which statement below best describes the meaning of the word “precedent”?

Word that means “deliberate deception for the purpose of personal gain”

During a malpractice case, standards of care are used to:

Ethical theory based on “greatest benefit for the greatest number of people”

A 24-year-old woman reports chronic excessive daytime sleepiness, episodes of sudden knee buckling triggered by laughter, and vivid hallucinations as she falls asleep. Overnight polysomnography is unremarkable. You pursue additional diagnostic testing. Which laboratory or diagnostic finding would MOST strongly support a diagnosis of narcolepsy type 1?

A four-year old child is referred to the PMHNP because of parental concerns. The child sits on the floor, and the  APRN notes occasional repetitive motor movements such as rocking back and forth. When in a group of other children, he always plays alone. He interacts minimally with mother, occasionally asking for a toy. He yells at mother several times when mother is not paying attention. Mother reports his preoccupation with sniffing toys, compulsiveness about touching walls and other things with smooth surfaces, but he becomes aggressive if asked to hold a stuffed animal. He will only eat certain foods and throws other foods on the floor if they are given to him.  These examples provide evidence to support a diagnosis of 

The greatest advantage of recommending a methylphenidate preparation over atomoxetine or guanfacine for a child with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is

 A 49-year-old man uses alcohol nightly “to help me sleep.” You are considering prescribing a hypnotic. What is the most appropriate action?

A 54-year-old woman reports unrefreshing sleep and new nighttime symptoms. During evaluation, she states that her partner has witnessed episodes where she stops breathing briefly and then gasps loudly. She also reports waking up with a choking sensation several times in the past month. Based on clinical guidelines, which finding indicates the need for an overnight polysomnography (PSG)?