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A 45-year-old male with a history of heavy alcohol use presents to the emergency department with tremors, nausea, and anxiety. He reports his last drink was about 24 hours ago. The patient states he usually drinks a pint of whiskey daily for the past 15 years. He reports feeling increasingly anxious, jittery, and nauseated since his last drink. He denies chest pain, shortness of breath, or recent head trauma. He has no history of seizures or delirium tremens, but he has experienced mild withdrawal symptoms in prior quit attempts. Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol (CIWA) score: 12. Which of the following is the most appropriate first-line treatment for this patient?

You are caring for a 26 y.o. male who was involved in a gun shot wound to the abdomen and is now admitted to the SICU. He presents to you with the following vitals:  HR: 142 BP: 85/42 RR: 26 SpO2: 96 on 30% FiO2 via ventilator UOP: 0 ml/h x 3 hrs Estimated Blood Loss of ~2L What class of hemorrhagic shock is the patient in? [classification] You activate a massive transfusion protocol with a 1:1:1 ratio. In addition to the blood product what should you anticipate administer due to the citrate preservative that is in the blood products? [medication]

An AGACNP is caring for a 72-year-old patient with acute kidney injury (AKI) who presents with severe pain. Although NSAIDs are effective analgesics, the AGACNP chooses not to prescribe NSAIDs due to the risk of worsening renal function and instead selects an alternative pain management strategy. This is an example of what ethical principle?

 A person with this developmental disability usually has a small skull, a flattened nose, and short fingers, in addition to intellectual disability?

If a diabetic resident shows signs and symptoms of being cold and clammy, is hungry, and feels weak or confused, the CNA should?

Which of the following is a normal age-related change affecting the reproductive system?

 Beth enjoys being a member of a book club with her friends. Which psychosocial need is being met? 

A new female resident, Danielle, was recently admitted. The resident has asked to be referred to as Cole. How should the CNA respond?

 Which endocrine organ secretes hormones that regulate blood glucose levels?

The CNA enters a resident’s room to empty the trash and sees two male residents holding hands while watching TV. Which of the following actions is appropriate?