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Spinal astrocytoma arises from astrocytic glial cells in the cord parenchyma and are the second most common spinal cord tumor in adults.

 Contrast enhancement in the T1 weighted images of nasal cancers suggests the presence of tumors.

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ACM.jpg What pathology is seen in the sagittal T1 image that is characterized by a downward elongation of the brainstem, cerebellum, and the fourth ventricle through the foramen magnum?

Pleomorphic adenomas are benign tumors predominantly located in the submandibular gland.

Which tumor primarily affects the gland that sits in the sella turcica and can secrete hormones?

What imaging characteristic indicates the presence of edema in an MRI scan?

CH.jpg The pathology seen in this T1 weighted sagittal image is the most common benign vascular tumor of the orbit:

Which condition causes unilateral facial paralysis due to cranial nerve inflammation?

A nurse receives morning handoff report on a patient that arrived to the hospital yesterday able to safely take oral medications; however, overnight the patient’s condition worsened and they are now intubated (have a breathing tube) and sedated (unable to follow commands).  A feeding tube was placed for the patient to continue to receive crushed and liquid po medications.  You review the patient’s Medication Administration Record (MAR).  Which medication(s) would the nurse want to question and follow up with the pharmacist about regarding administration of oral medications through a feeding tube? (Select all that apply). Note: Full credit can only be obtained by selecting only all correct choices.   metformin (Glucophage XR) 50mg po BID pregabalin (Lyrica CR) 82.5mg po BID metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) 25mg po daily allopurinol (Zyloprim) 100mg po daily tetracycline 250mg po daily