Elaine, 45 years old, reports a 2-week history of nasal cong…

Elaine, 45 years old, reports a 2-week history of nasal congestion and runny nose. The NP performs a history and learns that the nasal discharge has changed from yellow to green in the past few days, accompanied by a fever of 102° F and unilateral facial pain. To treat this patient, the NP should:

Cyndi, a  35 yo female patient (NKDA) presents to your offic…

Cyndi, a  35 yo female patient (NKDA) presents to your office for assessment of  six thickened toenails located on her right and left feet that she noticed beginning 1 year ago. Greater than 75% of each nail is affected.  She has tried applying tea tree oil daily on her toenails for two months with no improvement.  The Nurse Practitioner diagnoses her with  onychomycosis. What is the first line treatment for her condition?

Mary is a 55-year-old patient who reports palpitations, nerv…

Mary is a 55-year-old patient who reports palpitations, nervousness and hair loss over the past few months.. The primary care NP orders thyroid function tests. The tests show TSH is decreased and T4 is increased. The NP should arrange consultation with an endocrinologist and begin: