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You are caring for a patient who has COPD. The patient uses a long-acting beta-agonist (LABA) twice daily. The patient reports having increased exertional dyspnea, a frequent cough, and poor sleep. The patient also uses a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) five or six times each day. Pulse oximetry reveals an oxygen saturation of 92%. The patient’s FEV1/forced vital capacity is 65, and FEV1 is 55% of predicted. Based on your understanding of appropriate treatment options, you anticipate the provider to prescribe a(n):

If a patient with H. pylori-positive peptic ulcer disease fails first-line therapy, the second-line treatment is:

Upton Sinclair’s “The Jungle” dealt with corruption in

What dermatological issue is linked to Amiodarone use?

Howard is a 64-year-old male who reports occasional use of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for seasonal allergies and upper respiratory symptoms. Monitoring for this patient taking diphenhydramine would include assessing for:

If a patient with ongoing symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease states that he has been self-treating at home with OTC ranitidine daily, the appropriate treatment would be:

PART III: Answer one of the Following: C. Discuss the importance of the Zenger case and Hamilton’s arguments for Freedom of the Press. How has a free press aided the culture of reform in America?                                                                                     OR D. Discuss the importance of the American Musical Theater toAmerican Culture. How does “Porgy and Bess” or “West Side Story” reflect the America of its time ?

A 10-year-old patient is being seen for uncomfortable constipation. Along with dietary changes and hydration, a laxative is needed for short-term use to provide rapid relief of constipation. Which of the following agents is an appropriate choice?

Erik presents with one golden-crusted lesion at the site of an insect bite consistent with impetigo. Which medication would be the most efficacious topical treatment for impetigo?

25. A recombinant chromosome as a result of crossing over as shown below occurs during which phase of the cell cycle?