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A patient presents with scrotal swelling and is diagnosed with a hydrocele. Which explanation best describes the underlying pathophysiology of this condition?

A 17-year-old patient presents with fatigue, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and fever. Laboratory tests reveal atypical lymphocytes. Which virus is most commonly responsible for causing the working diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis in this patient?

A 68-year-old patient presents with persistent back pain, fatigue, and hypercalcemia. Blood tests reveal an elevated M protein, and imaging shows multiple lytic lesions in the spine and pelvis. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A sexually active 20-year-old female reports dyspareunia, dyschezia, and recent dysmenorrhea. Her pain increases when she runs. Upon physical exam a fever of 100.1°F is noted in addition to tenderness on cervical movement during a pelvic exam. What condition aligns best with this patient’s clinical manifestations?

A man is admitted to the hospital with a torsion of the testis. As the provider, you understand this indicates that:

Your friend calls you in a panic about their recent mammogram results. They tell you they received a letter that they have dense breasts. “What does that even mean?” she asks. How do you respond? Dense breasts mean:

A 55-year-old patient with sepsis develops sudden bruising, bleeding from intravenous sites, and difficulty breathing. Laboratory tests show low platelet levels and an increase in clotting times. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for these findings?

Which symptoms should the nurse monitor for in a client who has undergone gastric bypass surgery and is at risk for developing dumping syndrome after eating? (Select all that apply)

How can the nurse identify that a client is at risk for upper gastrointestinal bleeding based on the client’s medication history? (Select all that apply)

An unresponsive 8-year-old is brought to the emergency department with rapid, deep respirations. Blood work reveals blood glucose is 360 mg/dL and arterial pH is 7.2. Urinalysis results show the presence of glucose and ketones. Which of the following statements best describes the underlying cause of this patient’s condition?