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An OT working in a long-term care facility needs to evaluate the long-term memory of a resident. Which is BEST for evaluating memory of personally experienced events?

The acronym FAST is a part of a public health strategy to recognize the signs of stroke. FAST stands for :

Scenario: An OTR is working with a long term resident of a SNF who has moderately severe cognitive decline, dense hemiplegia, and frailty. The client was referred to OT due to worsening elbow flexion contracture of the dominant upper extremity.  The OTR provides OT services at several of the LTC facilities in the area. Recently the OTR has been experiencing symptoms of work-related stress, feeling less empathy for the residents, sometimes feeling frustrated and angry and having difficulty concentrating. Which of the following actions should the OTR take FIRST when addressing professional self-care?  Select the 3 best choices. 

Which additional  findings are consistent with hyperthyroidism?

Based on the information provided in the case, which insulin administered at 0730 is most likely responsible for Mr. Reynolds’ 1330 hypoglycemic episode?

Which condition is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?

At 1330, Mr. Reynolds complains of “not feeling well.”  The nurse completes an assessment. What assessment findings indicate that Mr. Reynolds is experiencing hypoglycemia? Select all that apply.

At 1100 Mr. Reynolds’  blood glucose is 210 mg/dL. What action is appropriate?

The Na⁺/K⁺ ATPase is located in the ____.

Which type of ion channel opens in response to changes in membrane voltage?