You are transporting a chronic heroin abuser to whom you have just administered naloxone. The patient is responsive to verbal stimuli, and her respirations, blood pressure, and pulse rate have improved following your treatment. With an estimated time of arrival at the hospital of 20 minutes, which of the following should concern you the MOST?
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What is the stage of a generalized motor seizure that is cha…
What is the stage of a generalized motor seizure that is characterized by rhythmic muscular convulsions?
The painful symptoms of _____ frequently occur at night when…
The painful symptoms of _____ frequently occur at night when the body is horizontal and relaxed.
Jaundice is frequently associated with _____ disease.
Jaundice is frequently associated with _____ disease.
What are the names of a seizure that occurs in one specific…
What are the names of a seizure that occurs in one specific area of the brain? (Select all that apply)
Your patient is a 72-year-old male patient who is conscious…
Your patient is a 72-year-old male patient who is conscious but slow to respond to s and commands. He has become increasingly lethargic, unemotional, and easily fatigued over the past two months. He has had a decreased appetite and has gained weight over the same period. The patient further states, “I’m constipated and always cold.” Which of the following additional signs or symptoms would be consistent with this patient presentation?
Which cranial nerve can be tested by asking the patient how…
Which cranial nerve can be tested by asking the patient how many fingers you are holding up?
The color and volume of urine may indicate disease, for exam…
The color and volume of urine may indicate disease, for example diabetics produce _____.
Which of the following is LEAST likely to be a precipitating…
Which of the following is LEAST likely to be a precipitating factor of thyrotoxic crisis?
Your patient is a 72-year-old male who is conscious but leth…
Your patient is a 72-year-old male who is conscious but lethargic and sitting in a chair. His son states that the patient has been a bit slow lately and has been gaining weight. The medical history includes hypothyroidism and myocardial infarction. The patient has been compliant with his Synthroid and has nitroglycerin for use as needed. The patient responds to verbal stimuli, is confused, has a large tongue, and pale, cold, doughy skin. His only complaint is constipation. HR = 60 and regular, BP = 112/80, RR = 10 and shallow, SaO2 = 92%, temperature = 88°F, blood glucose = 180 mg/dl. Your treatment of this patient should include: