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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.  

I should check my email at My at least 2-3 times per week. 

Short Answer (20 points) 1) What are 3 sources of campaign funds for candidates? 2) What are 3 types of political endorsements? 3) What are 3 congressional election years that were wave elections? 4) What are 3 of the most effective campaign advertisements of all time? 5) What are 3 famous political gaffes? 6) What is the current limit an individual can legally give to a federal candidate?  What is the limit that a PAC can give a federal candidate? 7) In the 2022 midterms, what are 4 senate races (name the state) that are seen as being competitive (one party has at least a 10% chance of winning the race according to 538.com)?

Which of the following disclosures would require patient authorization?