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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?

How do advanced glycation end products (AGEs) contribute to chronic complications of diabetes?

A 58-year-old male presents with dull flank pain and hematuria. Upon examination, a mass is palpated in the left flank. Given these clinical manifestations, which of the following is the most likely diagnosis related to renal tumors?

You are studying the female reproductive content with a classmate, and they tell you that they just realized that when they were younger, they had significant dysmenorrhea, but now that they are older its barely noticeable. This makes you think that ___________ contributed to their dysmenorrhea.