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According to the DSM-5, how many symptoms of inattention must be present for at least six months to diagnose ADHD in children under 17 years old?

Extra Credit:  A breach of PHI has occurred.  Explain who must be notified when more than 500 people are involved in the breach and what must be explained about the breach?   (Discuss at least 3 aspects)  Worth 3 pts.

Movement of particles across the plasma membrane is promoted when the substance is:

Essay (40 points) Democracy for Realists            What is the “realist theory of democracy”?  How does this differ from the folk theory of democracy?  How politically aware are Americans?  Does retrospective voting serve as a mechanism for sanctioning leaders?  Which theory of democracy most accurately describes American elections?  How do social identities influence political attitudes?  What are the pitfalls of popular control of government through elections?

17F has an aneurysmal rupture and subsequent intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) in the left temporal space. Her GCS is 11 on admission to the ED. On day 4, the nurse notes horizontal nystagmus, right eye gaze deviation and incontinence. The nurse understands this is the peak swell period and common things being common, this is most likely:  

Which of the following is NOT a common comorbidity associated with ADHD? 

Two days after evacuation of an epidural hematoma, a patient’s intracranial pressure (ICP) is being monitored with an external ventricular device (EVD). Which information obtained by the nurse is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

42M is admitted with worsening amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The patient says, “I do not want ever want to be placed on life support.” What does the nurse say?

57M presents with with polyuria, lethargy, and a blood glucose of 560 mg/dL. Which laboratory result(s) would the nurse expect with these symptoms? Select all that apply.

I should read and understand the Late Assignment policy and the Late Waiver policy.