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Cranberry supplements or drinking cranberry juice aid in the prevention of urinary tract infections by: This may decrease the bacteria’s ability to adhere to the epithelial cells that line the bladder

In 10% to 15% of patients with renal tumors, the sign of advanced disease is often the triad of: Select all that apply flank pain hematuria an abdominal mass

Fifty percent of acute kidney injury (AKI) that develops in hospitalized patients is considered iatrogenic, which means: Caused by medical treatment

Females patients with acne conglobata should be evaluated for which other condition? 

Optimal moisturization is necessary in patients with atopic dermititis, since restoring skin hydration is the most important step in breaking the itch–scratch cycle. The use of emollients will enhance the absorption and effectiveness of topical corticosteroids.  Which of the following is a good choice for an emollient?  

Bladder cancer is more common among which ethnic or racial group? Non-Hispanic white men

The rash of seborrheic dermatitis is seen on: Select all that apply

A normal urine protein test is: Negative

The most common cause of end stage renal disease (ESRD) is: Diabetic nephropathy

Your patient, who is pregnant, is concerned because she has developed dark patches on her face.  You explain to her that this condition is not harmful and is called: